Accepting Quote by Pema Chodron
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“Over time, as the thinking mind begins to settle [through the practice of meditation], we’ll start to see our patterns and habits far more clearly. Sometimes this can be a painful experience. I can’t overestimate the importance of accepting ourselves exactly as we are right now, not as we wish we were or think we ought to be. By cultivating nonjudgmental openness to ourselves and to whatever arises, to our surprise and delight we will find ourselves genuinely welcoming the never-pin-downable quality of life, experiencing it as a friend, a teacher, and a support, and no longer as an enemy.”
About This Quote
Source Book: When Things Fall Apart, Pema Chodron, 1996
Meditation reveals habitual patterns, which can be painful; accepting ourselves fully, without judgment, transforms life into a supportive teacher.
In simple terms: Meditation shows habits; acceptance turns life into a friend.
Key Takeaway
Practice non‑judgmental self‑acceptance.
Themes
mindfulness
acceptance
self‑compassion
Mood
calm
hopeful
Type
inspirational
practical
When to use this quote
- meditation practice
- therapy
- personal development
- stress management
Key Concepts
Buddhist insight
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you cultivate openness to painful thoughts?
- What habits become visible when you quiet the mind?
A Different Perspective
Self‑acceptance may be difficult when deep shame or trauma is present.
