Bears Quote by Thomas Merton
“One of the strange laws of the contemplative life is that in it you do not sit down and solve problems: you bear with them until they somehow solve themselves. Or until life solves them for you.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Seven Storey Mountain, 1948
Contemplation involves patient endurance, allowing problems to resolve naturally over time.
In simple terms: Patience lets problems solve themselves.
Key Takeaway
Practice patient observation.
Themes
spirituality
patience
problem solving
Mood
calm
reflective
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- meditation
- coaching
- conflict resolution
- personal growth
Key Concepts
mindfulness
acceptance
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you tell when to wait versus act?
- What practices cultivate patient endurance?
A Different Perspective
May delay active problem‑solving.
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