Able Quote by Pema Chodron
“When you open yourself to the continually changing, impermanent, dynamic nature of your own being and of reality, you increase your capacity to love and care about other people and your capacity to not be afraid. You're able to keep your eyes open, your heart open, and your mind open. And you notice when you get caught up in prejudice, bias, and aggression. You develop an enthusiasm for no longer watering those negative seeds, from now until the day you die. And, you begin to think of your life as offering endless opportunities to start to do things differently.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Places That Scare You, 2001
Embracing impermanence and openness expands love, reduces fear, and lessens bias, fostering continual personal growth.
In simple terms: Being open to change builds compassion and reduces prejudice.
Key Takeaway
Practice openness to transform relationships.
Themes
mindfulness
compassion
personal growth
impermanence
Mood
calm
reflective
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- therapy
- education
- conflict resolution
- personal development
Key Concepts
non‑attachment
emotional intelligence
spiritual practice
Questions to Reflect On
- What fears arise when you stay open?
- How can you maintain openness in conflict?
A Different Perspective
Openness can be uncomfortable and may expose vulnerability.
