Calm Quote by Paul Fleischman
“The human being is constantly torn from calm and peace of simple existence by two things; wanting what you don't have, or disliking what you have.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "Calm and Chaos", 2015
Desire for what we lack or dislike for what we have disrupts inner peace.
In simple terms: Wanting or disliking disturbs peace.
Cultivate contentment to stay calm.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- daily meditation
- gratitude practice
- stress reduction
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What can you appreciate now?
- How to balance desire and contentment?
Desire can be a motivator for growth.