Anguish Quote by Tito Colliander
“It is precisely our egoism, our self-centeredness and self-love that cause all our difficulties, our lack of freedom in suffering, our disappointments and our anguish of soul and body.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Art of Living, Tito Colliander, 1945
Self-centered attitudes create inner conflict, limiting freedom and causing suffering in mind and body.
In simple terms: Egoism leads to pain and restriction.
Cultivate humility and compassion.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- stress management
- mental health
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your self-interest affect others?
- Can you practice compassion without losing self-respect?
Egoism can also protect self-esteem in hostile environments.