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Breaths Quote by Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

“Being unconditionally happy is a practice: "Come what may, today I'm going to smile. Anyway, everything is going to die! Everything is going to vanish and disappear-so what! Who cares! Let me at least be happy, smile this moment, enjoy my very breath."” quote by Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
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“Being unconditionally happy is a practice: "Come what may, today I'm going to smile. Anyway, everything is going to die! Everything is going to vanish and disappear-so what! Who cares! Let me at least be happy, smile this moment, enjoy my very breath."”

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

About This Quote

Source Speech: Public talk, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, 2015

Happiness is a conscious choice to embrace the present, regardless of impermanence or uncertainty.

In simple terms: Choose joy now despite life's fleeting nature.

Key Takeaway

Practice daily mindful smiling.

Themes

mindfulness impermanence joy

Mood

reflective calm

Type

motivational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • stressful workday
  • health crisis
  • personal loss
  • daily meditation

Key Concepts

existentialism positive psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you smile authentically in pain?
  • What does “nothing lasts” teach you about joy?
A Different Perspective

Happiness may feel forced if not authentic.

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