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Awakening Quote by Pema Chodron

“It is a commitment to respect whatever life brings that we develop wholehearted determination to use discomfort as an opportunity for awakening, rather than trying to make it disappear.” quote by Pema Chodron
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“It is a commitment to respect whatever life brings that we develop wholehearted determination to use discomfort as an opportunity for awakening, rather than trying to make it disappear.”

Pema Chodron

About This Quote

Source Book: 'When Things Fall Apart', 1996

Respecting life's challenges builds determination and uses discomfort for awakening.

In simple terms: Embrace hardship to grow.

Key Takeaway

Turn discomfort into learning.

Themes

mindfulness resilience awakening

Mood

calm hopeful

Type

spiritual motivational

When to use this quote

  • therapy
  • meditation
  • leadership training

Key Concepts

acceptance determination spiritual growth

Questions to Reflect On

  • What discomfort can you welcome today?
  • How does acceptance change your response?
A Different Perspective

Avoiding discomfort may stunt growth.

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