Appearance Quote by Ram Dass
“Prolong not the past Invite not the future Do not alter your innate wakefulness Fear not appearances There in nothing more than this”
About This Quote
Source Book: Be Here Now, 1971
Stay present, avoid clinging to past or future, maintain natural awareness.
In simple terms: Live in the now, stay awake.
Practice mindfulness daily.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- meditation
- daily routines
- stressful situations
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How often do you drift to past or future?
- What practices keep you grounded?
May be difficult during trauma or grief.