Dependent Quote by Swami Vivekananda
““It is a weakness to think that any one is dependent on me, and that I can do good to another. This belief is the mother of all our attachment, and through this attachment comes all our pain.””
About This Quote
Source Lecture: The Bhagavad Gita Commentary, 1905
Believing others depend on us creates attachment, which is the source of suffering.
In simple terms: Attachment creates pain.
Practice self-reliance.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- relationships
- caregiving
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you love without attachment?
- How does dependence affect your peace?
Attachment can also foster compassion and mutual support.