Desire Quote by Rabindranath Tagore
“Work, especially good work, becomes easy only when desire has learned to discipline itself.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Gardener, 1910
Desire disciplined by self‑control turns work into effortless joy.
In simple terms: Self‑controlled desire makes work easy.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate disciplined desire.
Themes
work
discipline
joy
Mood
calm
focused
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- creative projects
- daily chores
- learning new skills
Key Concepts
self‑control
effortless flow
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you align desire with tasks?
- What habits nurture disciplined desire?
A Different Perspective
If desire is misaligned, work may still feel burdensome.
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