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Distraction Quote by Sri Aurobindo

“The mind is running on all sides to think about many things, - what we call thoughts coming from outside. We must withdraw the mind from these distractions and make it abide in the self. Thus guarding the peace within we shall have to do the work without.” quote by Sri Aurobindo
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“The mind is running on all sides to think about many things, - what we call thoughts coming from outside. We must withdraw the mind from these distractions and make it abide in the self. Thus guarding the peace within we shall have to do the work without.”

Sri Aurobindo

About This Quote

Source Treatise: The Life Divine, 1915

Quiet the mind of external chatter to find inner peace and focus.

In simple terms: Silence distractions.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate inner stillness.

Themes

mindfulness inner peace spiritual practice

Mood

contemplative calm

Type

philosophical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • Work environment
  • creative projects
  • stressful situations

Key Concepts

meditation self‑discipline

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you practice mental withdrawal daily?
  • What benefits arise from inner silence?
A Different Perspective

Distractions can be persistent and overwhelming.

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