Books Quote by Matthew Quick
““I remembered a line I read in the Dalai Lama’s book A Profound Mind. “It is important that we understand just how truly all-pervasive suffering is.” I remembered the Dalai Lama saying it is easy to feel sorry for an elderly beggar, but it is much harder to feel sorry for a young rich man. He also said that all “conditioned existence is characterized by pain.” And that all types of people are “enslaved” by “strong destructive emotions.””
About This Quote
Source Book: A Profound Mind by Dalai Lama, 2015
Suffering pervades all lives; even those who seem privileged experience deep pain, and strong negative emotions bind everyone.
In simple terms: Everyone suffers, regardless of status.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate compassion for all beings.
Themes
philosophy
psychology
spirituality
Mood
empathetic
contemplative
serene
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- mental health work
- spiritual practice
- social work
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
suffering
universal pain
emotional bondage
compassion
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we address suffering beyond personal compassion?
- What role do systemic issues play in pain?
A Different Perspective
The view may oversimplify complex socioeconomic factors.
