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“Matter is merely mind deadened by the development of habit to the point where the breaking up of these habits is very difficult.” quote by Rupert Sheldrake
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“Matter is merely mind deadened by the development of habit to the point where the breaking up of these habits is very difficult.”

Rupert Sheldrake

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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.

Key Takeaway

Challenge and disrupt entrenched habits.

Themes

habit mind change psychology

Mood

thoughtful analytical

Type

psychological motivational

When to use this quote

  • daily routines
  • learning new skills
  • breaking addictions

Key Concepts

neuroscience behavioral inertia plasticity

Questions to Reflect On

  • What habit feels most entrenched?
  • How can you create a cue to break it?
A Different Perspective

Habits can be resistant to conscious effort without external cues.

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