Awareness Quote by Ram Dass
“As long as you have certain desires about how it ought to be you can't see how it is.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Be Here Now, 1971
Desires about how things should be blind us to reality as it is.
In simple terms: Wanting ideal outcomes clouds true perception.
Accept reality without preconceptions.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- therapy
- decision making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do your expectations shape your view?
- Can you notice without judging?
Idealism can motivate positive change.