Black Quote by Rajneesh
“And then comes unhappiness, and one does not become unhappy either. One says, 'A black cloud passing. I am the witness, the watcher.'”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Book of Secrets by Rajneesh, 1990
Recognizing suffering as transient, we observe it without attachment, seeing it as a passing cloud rather than identity.
In simple terms: Watch pain pass without becoming it.
Observe emotions, stay detached.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- meditation
- stressful day
- conflict
- grief
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice witnessing emotions?
- What does detachment mean to you?
May ignore underlying causes of pain.