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Achievement Quote by Nyanaponika Thera

“Mindfulness, though so highly praised and capable of such great achievements, is not at all a "mystical" state, beyond the ken and reach of the average person. It is, on the contrary, something quite simple and common, and very familiar to us.” quote by Nyanaponika Thera
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“Mindfulness, though so highly praised and capable of such great achievements, is not at all a "mystical" state, beyond the ken and reach of the average person. It is, on the contrary, something quite simple and common, and very familiar to us.”

Nyanaponika Thera

About This Quote

Source Book: The Art of Living, Nyanaponika Thera, 1978

Mindfulness is an ordinary, accessible mental skill, not a mysterious or supernatural condition.

In simple terms: Mindfulness is simple and common.

Key Takeaway

Practice awareness daily.

Themes

mindfulness accessibility mental skill

Mood

calm focused

Type

practical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • stress reduction
  • focus improvement
  • emotional regulation
  • daily routine

Key Concepts

Buddhist practice attention training

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you make mindfulness a regular habit?
  • What simple actions can you take to stay present?
A Different Perspective

May be misunderstood as esoteric, limiting adoption.

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