Being true Quote by Stephen Levine
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“[D]on’t cling to your self-righteous suffering, let it go. . . . Nothing is too good to be true, let yourself be forgiven. To the degree you insist that you must suffer, you insist on the suffering of others as well. (90)”
About This Quote
Source Book: The End of Your World by Stephen Levine, 1990
Releasing self‑imposed suffering frees both yourself and others, allowing forgiveness and truth.
In simple terms: Let go of self‑righteous pain to forgive and see reality.
Key Takeaway
Release blame, embrace forgiveness.
Themes
compassion
forgiveness
self‑awareness
spirituality
Mood
reflective
calming
hopeful
Type
spiritual
self‑help
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal healing
- conflict resolution
- mental health counseling
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
ego
suffering
truth
acceptance
Questions to Reflect On
- What suffering are you holding onto?
- How might forgiveness change your relationships?
A Different Perspective
If you cling to suffering, you may unintentionally harm others.
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