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Amazed Quote by Nirmala Srivastava

“How to get rid of the greed is the point and to get rid of the greed is that if I buy something - for whom should I buy this one, for whom should I buy? Ah, this will be all right for another friend of mine, like that. If you train your mind on these lines, not for yourself, but for others, then…” quote by Nirmala Srivastava
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“How to get rid of the greed is the point and to get rid of the greed is that if I buy something - for whom should I buy this one, for whom should I buy? Ah, this will be all right for another friend of mine, like that. If you train your mind on these lines, not for yourself, but for others, then you'll be amazed this greed will run away and you'll have joy.”

Nirmala Srivastava

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Source Teaching: Spiritual Self‑Help, 1970s, by Nirmala Srivastava

Overcoming greed involves shifting focus from self‑interest to serving others, which brings joy.

In simple terms: Buy for others, not yourself.

Key Takeaway

Practice selfless purchasing.

Themes

greed generosity mindfulness joy

Mood

thoughtful hopeful

Type

motivational inspirational

When to use this quote

  • shopping habits
  • charitable donations
  • daily decisions

Key Concepts

ethical consumption psychology of giving

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you remind yourself to consider others when buying?
  • What habits foster lasting generosity?
A Different Perspective

Self‑interest may still dominate under pressure.

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