Hope Quote by Sakyong Mipham
““The practice of overcoming hope is recognizing our positive qualities. With excessive hope, we begin to belittle what we have achieved. We might then feel inadequate and have fear of not achieving more.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Great Completion, Sakyong Mipham, 2010
Recognizing our strengths reduces overreliance on hope, preventing feelings of inadequacy and fear of failure.
In simple terms: Knowing our worth curbs excessive hope and fear.
Key Takeaway
Balance hope with self‑recognition.
Themes
self‑esteem
hope
fear
achievement
Mood
reflective
calm
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal development
- coaching
- mental health
- goal setting
Key Concepts
mindfulness
self‑compassion
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you celebrate achievements without fostering anxiety?
- What practices keep hope realistic?
A Different Perspective
Excessive hope can still lead to complacency.
