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Daily life Quote by Maurice Nicoll

“So we have to work in the midst of life, surrounded by all the misfortunes of life, and eventually life becomes our teacher—that is to say, we have to practise non-identifying in the midst of the happenings of life; we have to practise self-remembering in the midst of affairs; and we have to…” quote by Maurice Nicoll
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““So we have to work in the midst of life, surrounded by all the misfortunes of life, and eventually life becomes our teacher—that is to say, we have to practise non-identifying in the midst of the happenings of life; we have to practise self-remembering in the midst of affairs; and we have to notice and separate ourselves from our negative emotions in the midst of all hurts and smarts in daily life.””

Maurice Nicoll

About This Quote

Source Book: The Psychological Record, Maurice Nicoll, 1935

Practicing non-identification and self-remembering amid life's challenges helps separate self from negative emotions

In simple terms: Observing life without attaching to emotions fosters inner freedom

Key Takeaway

Cultivate mindful awareness in daily events

Themes

mindfulness self-awareness emotional regulation

Mood

contemplative calm

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • stressful work days
  • personal conflict
  • grief processing

Key Concepts

non-identification self-remembering detachment

Questions to Reflect On

  • What moment today can you observe without judgment?
  • How does self-remembering change your reaction?
A Different Perspective

Emotions can still overwhelm without consistent practice

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