--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: In original nature There is no this and…" description: "\"In original nature There is no this and that. The Great Round Mirror Has no likes or dislikes.\" — Seungsahn" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/088/seungsahn-33359_dislike_in-original-nature-there-is-no-this-and_2811652.png" --- # In original nature There is no this and that. The Great… ![“In original nature There is no this and that. The Great Round Mirror Has no likes or dislikes.” quote by Seungsahn](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/088/seungsahn-33359_dislike_in-original-nature-there-is-no-this-and_2811652.png) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/088/seungsahn-33359_dislike_in-original-nature-there-is-no-this-and_2811652.png) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/088/seungsahn-33359_dislike_in-original-nature-there-is-no-this-and_2811652.png) > “In original nature There is no this and that. The Great Round Mirror Has no likes or dislikes.” [Seungsahn](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/seungsahn/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. The universe is impartial; it holds no preferences. **In simple terms:** Nature is neutral, likes or dislikes. Key Takeaway Embrace impartiality. Themes philosophy nature impartiality Mood calm detached Type spiritual philosophical When to use this quote - meditation - ethical decisions - environmental policy Key Concepts Zen non‑attachment Questions to Reflect On - How does neutrality affect you? - Can you act without bias? 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