--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: He who doesn't get rid of the I won't be…" description: "\"He who doesn't get rid of the I won't be able to avoid suffering the same way that someone who doesn't get apart from fire can't avoid being burn.\" — S..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d67/shantideva-10592_able_he-who-doesn-t-get-rid-of-the-i-won-t-be_1030094.jpg" --- # He who doesn't get rid of the I won't be able to avoid… ![“He who doesn't get rid of the I won't be able to avoid suffering the same way that someone who doesn't get apart from fire can't avoid being burn.” quote by Shantideva](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d67/shantideva-10592_able_he-who-doesn-t-get-rid-of-the-i-won-t-be_1030094.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d67/shantideva-10592_able_he-who-doesn-t-get-rid-of-the-i-won-t-be_1030094.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d67/shantideva-10592_able_he-who-doesn-t-get-rid-of-the-i-won-t-be_1030094.jpg) > “He who doesn't get rid of the I won't be able to avoid suffering the same way that someone who doesn't get apart from fire can't avoid being burn.” [Shantideva](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/shantideva/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Attachment to self leads to suffering; letting go of ego prevents repeated pain. **In simple terms:** Clinging to self causes suffering. Key Takeaway Practice selflessness to reduce suffering. Themes suffering ego attachment spirituality Mood contemplative spiritual thoughtful Type philosophical religious When to use this quote - meditation - daily reflection - conflict resolution - stress management Key Concepts Buddhist philosophy mindfulness impermanence Questions to Reflect On - In what ways do you cling to your identity? - How can you cultivate humility daily? 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