Able Quote by Sharon Salzberg
“To remember non-attachment is to remember what freedom is all about. If we get attached, even to a beautiful state of being, we are caught, and ultimately we will suffer. We work to observe anything that comes our way, experience it while it is here, and be able to let go of it.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Lovingkindness: The Revolutionary Art of Happiness, 2005
Non‑attachment means seeing freedom as letting go of clinging, even to pleasant experiences, to avoid suffering.
In simple terms: Freedom through letting go.
Key Takeaway
Practice observing experiences without clinging to them.
Themes
freedom
non‑attachment
mindfulness
Mood
calm
insightful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- stressful events
- relationships
- career changes
- creative pursuits
Key Concepts
Buddhist philosophy
psychology
emotional regulation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you stay present while releasing attachment?
- What practices help you observe without clinging?
A Different Perspective
Non‑attachment may be misinterpreted as emotional disengagement.
