Friendship Quote by Tara Brach
““As a friend of mine put it, “Feeling that something is wrong with me is the invisible and toxic gas I am always breathing.” When we experience our lives through this lens of personal insufficiency, we are imprisoned in what I call the trance of unworthiness. Trapped in this trance, we are unable to perceive the truth of who we really are.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Radical Acceptance, Tara Brach, 2003
Feeling unworthy creates an internal toxic atmosphere that clouds self‑perception, trapping us in a self‑defeating narrative.
In simple terms: Self‑criticism creates a harmful mental environment.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and release the unworthiness trance.
Themes
self‑esteem
mental health
mindfulness
Mood
thoughtful
empathetic
Type
psychological
motivational
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- personal reflection
- daily journaling
Key Concepts
inner critic
self‑compassion
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence contradicts your feeling of unworthiness?
- How can you cultivate self‑compassion?
A Different Perspective
Overcoming this mindset often requires sustained practice and support.
