Attainment Quote by Peace Pilgrim
“I talk to groups studying the most advanced spiritual teachings and sometimes these people wonder why nothing is happening in their lives. Their motive is the attainment of inner peace for themselves - which of course is a selfish motive. You will not find it with this motive. The motive, if you are to find inner peace, must be an outgoing motive. Service, of course, service. Giving, not getting. Your motive must be good if your work is to have good effect. The secret of life is being of service.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public talk, date unknown
Inner peace requires selfless service, not selfish desire for personal tranquility.
In simple terms: Selfless service leads to true peace.
Key Takeaway
Serve others to find peace.
Themes
service
inner peace
motivation
spirituality
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- volunteering
- community work
- teaching
- counseling
Key Concepts
altruism
self-transcendence
purpose
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you shift personal goals toward helping others?
- What does service mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Selfish motives can still yield growth if redirected.
