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Fall Quote by Pema Chodron

“We think that the point is to pass the test or overcome the problem, but the truth is that things don't really get solved. They come together and they fall apart. Then they come together again and fall apart again. It's just like that. The healing comes from letting there be room for all of this…” quote by Pema Chodron
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““We think that the point is to pass the test or overcome the problem, but the truth is that things don't really get solved. They come together and they fall apart. Then they come together again and fall apart again. It's just like that. The healing comes from letting there be room for all of this to happen: room for grief, for relief, for misery, for joy.””

Pema Chodron

About This Quote

Source Talk: Interview on Healing and Impermanence, 2015

Life’s challenges are cyclical; true healing arises from accepting all emotions rather than seeking final solutions.

In simple terms: Accept emotions, don’t force fixes.

Key Takeaway

Embrace the cycle, allow space for feeling.

Themes

impermanence healing acceptance

Mood

reflective calm

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • grief counseling
  • relationship conflict
  • personal growth
  • stress management

Key Concepts

Buddhist psychology emotional resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you create space for grief without being overwhelmed?
  • What practices help you sit with both joy and sorrow?
A Different Perspective

It may be hard to stay present when pain repeats, leading to avoidance.

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