Awake Quote by Pema Chodron
![“Hold the sadness and pain of samsara [suffering, confusion] in your heart and at the same time the power and vision of the Great Eastern Sun [fundamental awake human nature]. Then the warrior [brave enough to look at & work with reality] can make a proper cup of tea.” quote by Pema Chodron](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/971/pema-ch-dr-n-327_awake_hold-the-sadness-and-pain-of-samsara-suf_1419557.jpg)
“Hold the sadness and pain of samsara [suffering, confusion] in your heart and at the same time the power and vision of the Great Eastern Sun [fundamental awake human nature]. Then the warrior [brave enough to look at & work with reality] can make a proper cup of tea.”
About This Quote
Source Book: No Time to Lose: A Guide to the Way of the Bodhisattva, Pema Chodron, 2005
Balancing suffering with inner clarity enables the warrior spirit to act wisely, like brewing tea with attention.
In simple terms: Combine pain with insight to act skillfully.
Key Takeaway
Hold pain, seek clarity, act wisely.
Themes
suffering
mindfulness
wisdom
inner strength
action
Mood
calm
focused
Type
spiritual
practical
When to use this quote
- meditation
- stressful situations
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Buddhist practice
psychology of resilience
mindful living
Questions to Reflect On
- How can acknowledging suffering improve decision‑making?
- What practices help maintain clarity amid pain?
