--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Misery is nothing but the shadow of…" description: "\"Misery is nothing but the shadow of attachment. And hence all stagnancy. The attached person becomes a stagnant pool - sooner or later he will stink. H..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/28d/rajneesh-54_attachment_misery-is-nothing-but-the-shadow-of-atta_2205533.jpg" --- # Misery is nothing but the shadow of attachment. And hence… ![“Misery is nothing but the shadow of attachment. And hence all stagnancy. The attached person becomes a stagnant pool - sooner or later he will stink. He flows no more.” quote by Rajneesh](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/28d/rajneesh-54_attachment_misery-is-nothing-but-the-shadow-of-atta_2205533.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/28d/rajneesh-54_attachment_misery-is-nothing-but-the-shadow-of-atta_2205533.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/28d/rajneesh-54_attachment_misery-is-nothing-but-the-shadow-of-atta_2205533.jpg) > “Misery is nothing but the shadow of attachment. And hence all stagnancy. The attached person becomes a stagnant pool - sooner or later he will stink. He flows no more.” [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. Attachment creates stagnation; without it, life flows freely and avoids decay. **In simple terms:** Attachment leads to stagnation. Key Takeaway Release attachment to stay dynamic. Themes attachment stagnation growth Mood reflective serene Type philosophical spiritual When to use this quote - relationships - personal development - career Key Concepts spirituality psychology Questions to Reflect On - How does attachment hinder your progress? - What benefits might attachment offer? 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