Meditation Quote by Pema Chödrön
““The principle of nowness is very important to any effort to establish an enlightened society. You may wonder what the best approach is to helping society and how you can know that what you are doing is authentic and good. The only answer is nowness. The way to relax, or rest the mind in nowness, is through the practice of meditation. In meditation you take an unbiased approach. You let things be as they are, without judgment, and in that way you yourself learn to be. —CHÖGYAM TRUNGPA RINPOCHE””
About This Quote
Source Teaching: The Power of Mindfulness, 2005
Being fully present (nowness) is essential for authentic, compassionate action; meditation cultivates this state.
In simple terms: Nowness is key for authentic action.
Key Takeaway
Practice meditation to stay present.
Themes
mindfulness
authenticity
compassion
meditation
spiritual growth
Mood
calm
inspired
Type
spiritual
practical
When to use this quote
- daily meditation
- stress reduction
- ethical decision‑making
Key Concepts
present‑moment awareness
non‑judgmental observation
Questions to Reflect On
- How does nowness change your interactions?
- What obstacles arise when trying to stay present?
A Different Perspective
May be hard to sustain in busy life.
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