Attention Quote by Nirmala Srivastava
“Now the truth is that the Spirit is within you and you are the Spirit. You are the beauty, the bliss and the joy of that Spirit. That's what you are . Because your attention is not there, that's why you cannot feel your Spirit. But your Spirit exists; it is within you, in your heart, waiting for a moment to come into your conscious mind, to be felt by you in your central nervous system. It's all there, built within you.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Spirit Within, Nirmala Srivastava, 1995
Inner spirit is always present, but awareness requires focused attention; neglect blocks feeling its presence
In simple terms: You have a spirit inside, but must pay attention to feel it
Key Takeaway
Cultivate mindfulness to connect with your inner spirit
Themes
spirituality
mindfulness
selfdiscovery
Mood
calm
hopeful
Type
spiritual
motivational
When to use this quote
- meditation practice
- therapy sessions
- daily reflection
Key Concepts
consciousness
inner peace
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What practices help you notice your inner spirit?
- How does attention shape your spiritual experience?
A Different Perspective
Neglecting attention can keep you unaware of your own spirit; effort needed
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