--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: When you move with this thought that 'I…" description: "\"When you move with this thought that 'I want', then the mind wanders. When you move with this thought that 'I have received', then you are content.\" — ..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f16/sri-sri-ravi-shankar-942_mind_when-you-move-with-this-thought-that-i-w_1481648.png" --- # When you move with this thought that 'I want', then the… ![“When you move with this thought that 'I want', then the mind wanders. When you move with this thought that 'I have received', then you are content.” quote by Sri Sri Ravi Shankar](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f16/sri-sri-ravi-shankar-942_mind_when-you-move-with-this-thought-that-i-w_1481648.png) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f16/sri-sri-ravi-shankar-942_mind_when-you-move-with-this-thought-that-i-w_1481648.png) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f16/sri-sri-ravi-shankar-942_mind_when-you-move-with-this-thought-that-i-w_1481648.png) > “When you move with this thought that 'I want', then the mind wanders. When you move with this thought that 'I have received', then you are content.” [Sri Sri Ravi Shankar](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/sri-sri-ravi-shankar/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Desiring leads to restless wandering; gratitude brings contentment and mental peace. **In simple terms:** Desire causes wandering; gratitude brings peace. Key Takeaway Cultivate gratitude, release constant desire. Themes desire gratitude contentment Mood calm reflective Type spiritual advice When to use this quote - stress management - personal growth - relationship building - career planning Key Concepts Buddhist philosophy mindfulness Questions to Reflect On - What are you grateful for now? - How can you shift from wanting to receiving? 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