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Discipline Quote by Sivaya Subramuniyaswami

“You don't discipline yourself to attain the feeling of love. You attain the feeling of love and then you want to discipline yourself because you love the discipline, because it brings more love.” quote by Sivaya Subramuniyaswami
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“You don't discipline yourself to attain the feeling of love. You attain the feeling of love and then you want to discipline yourself because you love the discipline, because it brings more love.”

Sivaya Subramuniyaswami

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Art of Love, 2015

Love should be experienced first; discipline follows naturally when love becomes a valued practice that deepens the feeling.

In simple terms: Love first, then discipline.

Key Takeaway

Let love guide your discipline.

Themes

love discipline growth

Mood

empathetic motivational

Type

inspirational practical

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • personal development
  • habit formation

Key Concepts

psychology spirituality

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you pursue love before structure?
  • How does love motivate your habits?
A Different Perspective

Discipline without love can feel forced and hollow.

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