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Contemplating Quote by Polly Young-Eisendrath

“Metaphor is our mental root of imagination and language. Arnold Kozak offers fertile metaphors for growing your knowledge of the Buddhadharma. If you contemplate these brief stories, your emotional intelligence and mindfulness will develop effortlessly from the insights they provide.” quote by Polly Young-Eisendrath
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“Metaphor is our mental root of imagination and language. Arnold Kozak offers fertile metaphors for growing your knowledge of the Buddhadharma. If you contemplate these brief stories, your emotional intelligence and mindfulness will develop effortlessly from the insights they provide.”

Polly Young-Eisendrath

About This Quote

Source Book: Mindful Metaphors, 2022

Metaphors shape imagination and language, enhancing emotional intelligence and mindfulness.

In simple terms: Metaphors boost imagination and mindfulness.

Key Takeaway

Use vivid metaphors to grow insight.

Themes

language imagination mindfulness emotional intelligence

Mood

creative encouraging

Type

inspirational educational

When to use this quote

  • education
  • therapy
  • creative writing
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

cognitive linguistics psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What metaphor best captures your current feeling?
  • How can metaphors aid personal growth?
A Different Perspective

Metaphors can oversimplify complex ideas.

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