Awakened Quote by Martine Batchelor
“An act of meditation is actually an act of faith--of faith in your spirit, in your own potential. Faith is the basis of meditation. Not of faith in something outside you--a metaphysical buddha, an unattainable ideal, or someone else's words. The faith is in yourself, in your own 'buddha nature.' You too can be a buddha, an awakened being that lives and responds in a wise, creative, and compassionate way.”
About This Quote
Source Book: "The Art of Meditation" by Martine Batchelor, 2015
Meditation is an act of trusting one's own inner potential, not reliance on external doctrines.
In simple terms: Meditation trusts your inner self.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate self‑faith before practice.
Themes
mindfulness
self‑trust
spirituality
Mood
calm
inspired
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- daily meditation
- stress management
- creative problem solving
- personal growth
Key Concepts
inner potential
self‑compassion
non‑dual awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- What inner qualities do you trust?
- How can you strengthen self‑faith in meditation?
A Different Perspective
Self‑doubt can hinder the practice despite belief.
