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“I ask you only to stop imagining that you were born, have parents, are a body, will die and so on. Just try, make a beginning-it is not as hard as you think.” quote by Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj
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“I ask you only to stop imagining that you were born, have parents, are a body, will die and so on. Just try, make a beginning-it is not as hard as you think.”

Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj

About This Quote

Source Talk: The Heart of Awareness, 1975

Letting go of existential narratives opens a simple, present beginning.

In simple terms: Stop overthinking existence; start simply.

Key Takeaway

Begin with presence, not analysis.

Themes

mindfulness existence simplicity awakening

Mood

calm encouraging

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • meditation
  • creative work
  • decision making

Key Concepts

non-duality present moment self-inquiry

Questions to Reflect On

  • What simple step can you take now?
  • How does letting go of stories affect your stress?
A Different Perspective

Over-simplification may ignore necessary planning.

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