Consciousness Quote by Robert Cosmar
““Life is a feeling, not a thought. Thoughts come after life and feeling. Thoughts are outside life, but necessary for balance within our being. We exist in two worlds at the same time, but we are one presence in eternity. The mind distorts our true identity and our view of reality. Think of it like a dog relentlessly chasing its tail. By running in circles, we will never catch it – it’s right where it should be and always has been. We have only to accept that we have one. Someone told us to chase it, but we did not have to.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: “Duality of Being” by Robert Cosmar, 2019
Life is experienced through feeling first; thoughts follow and can distort our true self, which is a single presence across existence.
In simple terms: Feelings precede thoughts; thoughts can mislead.
Key Takeaway
Embrace feeling, observe thoughts without attachment.
Themes
philosophy
mindfulness
existence
Mood
reflective
calm
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- meditation
- creative work
- emotional decisionmaking
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
non-duality
self-awareness
acceptance
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate feeling from thought?
- Can you observe thoughts without judgment?
A Different Perspective
Thoughts are necessary for balance, not merely obstacles.
