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Awe Quote by Mark Epstein

“I began to think that there was something awesome about my timing. How was it that, at the exact moment of my stopping, such incredible things were happening? It took me longer than I am prepared to admit to realize that such things were always happening. It was only that I was finally paying…” quote by Mark Epstein
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““I began to think that there was something awesome about my timing. How was it that, at the exact moment of my stopping, such incredible things were happening? It took me longer than I am prepared to admit to realize that such things were always happening. It was only that I was finally paying attention.””

Mark Epstein

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Four Noble Truths of Mindfulness, 2015

Awareness reveals that extraordinary events are always occurring; we often miss them due to distraction.

In simple terms: Paying attention uncovers hidden wonder.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate present‑moment awareness.

Themes

mindfulness awareness timing

Mood

contemplative inspirational

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • daily routines
  • creative work
  • relationships

Key Concepts

psychology spirituality perception

Questions to Reflect On

  • What moments have you overlooked?
  • How can you train sustained focus?
A Different Perspective

Attention can be fleeting and biased.

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