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About yourself Quote by Leonard Cohen

“When you stop thinking about yourself all the time, a certain sense of repose overtakes you.” quote by Leonard Cohen
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“When you stop thinking about yourself all the time, a certain sense of repose overtakes you.”

Leonard Cohen

About This Quote

Source Song: “A Thousand Kisses” by Leonard Cohen, 2001

Shifting focus from self to others creates inner calm and peace.

In simple terms: Thinking less about yourself brings calm.

Key Takeaway

Practice self‑less awareness.

Themes

mindfulness inner peace self‑transcendence

Mood

contemplative serene

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • meditation
  • volunteering
  • relationship building

Key Concepts

ego repose presence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does self‑lessness affect your wellbeing?
  • When can self‑focus be healthy?
A Different Perspective

May lead to neglect of self‑care.

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