Ability Quote by Sharon Salzberg
“The critical element in meditation practice is beginning again. Everyone loses focus at times, everyone loses interest at times, and everyone gets distracted over and over again. What is essential, and also incredibly transforming, is realizing that we have the ability to begin again, without blaming or judging ourselves, without thinking we have failed, without losing heart, we can, and need to, constantly be beginning again.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Luminous Mind, Sharon Salzberg, 1995
Meditation requires repeatedly returning to practice after distraction, without self‑judgment.
In simple terms: Keep restarting meditation without self‑criticism.
Key Takeaway
Accept lapses, keep returning to practice.
Themes
mindfulness
resilience
self‑compassion
Mood
calm
reflective
Type
inspirational
practical
When to use this quote
- daily meditation
- stressful workday
- after conflict
- during illness
- in therapy
Key Concepts
meditation
habit formation
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers your distractions?
- How can you cultivate patience with yourself?
A Different Perspective
Progress can be slow and may feel discouraging.
