Becoming Quote by Pema Chodron
“We are all capable of becoming fundamentalists because we get addicted to other people's wrongness.”
About This Quote
Source Talk: Dharma Talk, 2018
People can slip into extremism by fixating on others' flaws, turning criticism into a compulsive habit.
In simple terms: Fixating on others' faults can lead to extreme thinking.
Watch your own mind, not others’.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- conflict resolution
- personal development
- mindful communication
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers your tendency to judge others?
- How can you transform criticism into compassion?
It may overlook systemic issues that fuel extremism.