Development Quote by Rupert Sheldrake
“Matter is merely mind deadened by the development of habit to the point where the breaking up of these habits is very difficult.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Science of Spirituality, 2012
Habits harden the mind, making change difficult once patterns form.
In simple terms: Habits make the mind rigid.
Challenge and disrupt entrenched habits.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- daily routines
- learning new skills
- breaking addictions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What habit feels most entrenched?
- How can you create a cue to break it?
Habits can be resistant to conscious effort without external cues.