Calculating Quote by Sogyal Rinpoche
“Two people have been living in you all your life. One is the ego, garrulous, demanding, hysterical, calculating - the other is the hidden spiritual being, whose still voice of wisdom you have only rarely heard or attended to - you have uncovered in yourself your own wise guide.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying, Sogyal Rinpoche, 1992
Everyone hosts two inner voices: a noisy ego and a quiet, wise self; recognizing the latter guides better choices.
In simple terms: Listen to your inner wisdom over the ego.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate inner silence to hear the wise guide.
Themes
self‑awareness
spirituality
inner conflict
Mood
contemplative
reflective
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- meditation
- decision making
- personal growth
Key Concepts
dualism
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you differentiate ego chatter from true insight?
- What practices help you access your inner guide?
A Different Perspective
The ego can dominate, making the wise voice hard to hear.
