Calm Quote by Sri Aurobindo
“What comes from outside, one mistakes it as coming from inside. So many thoughts etc. move about outside in the universal - these manifest inside you. All these you must push away as foreign to you and the inside must be made peaceful, calm and quiet; then it will start descending from above.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Life Divine, Sri Aurobindo, 1914
External influences are often mistaken for inner thoughts; recognizing them as foreign allows inner peace, enabling higher insight to arise.
In simple terms: Know thoughts are not yours; quiet the mind to receive higher wisdom.
Key Takeaway
Distinguish inner from outer, cultivate calm.
Themes
mindfulness
inner peace
self‑awareness
spiritual growth
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
philosophical
spiritual
advice
When to use this quote
- daily meditation
- stressful work
- conflict resolution
- creative brainstorming
Key Concepts
non‑dualism
psychology
meditation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you tell if a thought is truly yours?
- What practices help maintain inner calm?
A Different Perspective
Quiet mind may still be swayed by strong emotions.
