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“Wrong thoughts are inside us just because we identify ourselves with these thoughts. If we identify with something else, immediately they have to leave us.” quote by Sri Chinmoy
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“Wrong thoughts are inside us just because we identify ourselves with these thoughts. If we identify with something else, immediately they have to leave us.”

Sri Chinmoy

About This Quote

Source Book: Meditation and the Art of Living, Sri Chinmoy, 1995

Identifying with thoughts makes them feel permanent; seeing oneself as separate allows thoughts to pass naturally.

In simple terms: Thoughts feel permanent when we see them as self; seeing ourselves as separate lets them go.

Key Takeaway

Detach from thoughts to gain mental freedom.

Themes

mindfulness identity psychology

Mood

calm reflective

Type

philosophical advice

When to use this quote

  • meditation practice
  • stressful moments
  • negative self‑talk
  • therapy sessions

Key Concepts

non‑attachment self‑awareness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you practice seeing thoughts as separate?
  • What habits reinforce identification with thoughts?
A Different Perspective

Thoughts may persist if underlying beliefs remain unchanged.

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