--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Once you create a self-justifying…" description: "\"Once you create a self-justifying storyline, your emotional entrapment within it quadruples.\" — Pema Chodron" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/44e/pema-ch-dr-n-327_emotional_once-you-create-a-self-justifying-storyl_2709167.png" --- # Once you create a self-justifying storyline, your… ![“Once you create a self-justifying storyline, your emotional entrapment within it quadruples.” quote by Pema Chodron](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/44e/pema-ch-dr-n-327_emotional_once-you-create-a-self-justifying-storyl_2709167.png) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/44e/pema-ch-dr-n-327_emotional_once-you-create-a-self-justifying-storyl_2709167.png) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/44e/pema-ch-dr-n-327_emotional_once-you-create-a-self-justifying-storyl_2709167.png) > “Once you create a self-justifying storyline, your emotional entrapment within it quadruples.” [Pema Chodron](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/pema-ch-dr-n/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Self‑justifying stories trap us emotionally, multiplying suffering **In simple terms:** Stories we tell ourselves can deepen pain Key Takeaway Question and release self‑justifying narratives Themes mindfulness storytelling attachment Mood calm insightful Type spiritual educational When to use this quote - meditation practice - journaling - cognitive reframing Key Concepts Buddhist philosophy psychology Questions to Reflect On - What story are you holding onto? - How can you let go of self‑justification? 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