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Sinner Quote by Miguel Ruiz

“A sin is anything that you do which goes against yourself. Everything you feel or believe or say that goes against yourself is a sin. You go against yourself when you judge or blame yourself for anything. Being without sin is exactly the opposite. Being impeccable is not going against yourself…” quote by Miguel Ruiz
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““A sin is anything that you do which goes against yourself. Everything you feel or believe or say that goes against yourself is a sin. You go against yourself when you judge or blame yourself for anything. Being without sin is exactly the opposite. Being impeccable is not going against yourself. When you are impeccable, you take responsibility for your actions, but you do not judge or blame yourself.””

Miguel Ruiz

About This Quote

Source Book: The Four Agreements, 1997

Defines sin as self‑opposition; being impeccable means taking responsibility without self‑judgment.

In simple terms: Sin is self‑opposition; impeccability avoids self‑blame.

Key Takeaway

Practice self‑compassion and accountability.

Themes

ethics self‑growth responsibility

Mood

thoughtful inspirational

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • therapy
  • personal development
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

psychology philosophy mindfulness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you balance responsibility with self‑kindness?
  • What habits reduce self‑judgment?
A Different Perspective

Self‑criticism can still arise despite intentions.

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