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Attention Quote by Terence McKenna

“One thing that these Buddhists have certainly gotten right is that attention to attention is the key to taking control of your mental life.” quote by Terence McKenna
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“One thing that these Buddhists have certainly gotten right is that attention to attention is the key to taking control of your mental life.”

Terence McKenna

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Psychedelic Experience, 1995

Cultivating meta‑awareness—paying attention to the act of paying attention—enables mastery over one’s mental patterns.

In simple terms: Mindful awareness of attention controls mental life.

Key Takeaway

Practice attention to attention daily.

Themes

mindfulness self‑awareness psychology

Mood

calm inquisitive

Type

philosophical self‑help

When to use this quote

  • meditation
  • therapy sessions
  • creative work
  • stress management

Key Concepts

meta‑cognition consciousness mental discipline

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we sustain attention to attention without burnout?
  • What tools help deepen meta‑awareness?
A Different Perspective

Maintaining such self‑monitoring can be mentally exhausting.

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