--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Awareness is an inner quality of…" description: "\"Awareness is an inner quality of consciousness; it has nothing to do with closed or open eyes.\" — Rajneesh" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/6fc/rajneesh-54_awareness_awareness-is-an-inner-quality-of-conscio_379925.jpg" --- # Awareness is an inner quality of consciousness; it has… ![“Awareness is an inner quality of consciousness; it has nothing to do with closed or open eyes.” quote by Rajneesh](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/6fc/rajneesh-54_awareness_awareness-is-an-inner-quality-of-conscio_379925.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/6fc/rajneesh-54_awareness_awareness-is-an-inner-quality-of-conscio_379925.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/6fc/rajneesh-54_awareness_awareness-is-an-inner-quality-of-conscio_379925.jpg) > “Awareness is an inner quality of consciousness; it has nothing to do with closed or open eyes.” [Rajneesh](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/rajneesh/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Consciousness is an inner state, not dependent on physical sight. **In simple terms:** Awareness is internal, not about eyes. Key Takeaway Cultivate inner awareness regardless of visual input. Themes mindfulness consciousness perception Mood calm reflective Type philosophical spiritual When to use this quote - meditation - mindful walking - psychotherapy - daily reflection Key Concepts inner quality non-visual awareness Questions to Reflect On - How does inner awareness change your perception of the world? - Can you practice awareness with eyes closed? 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