Attention Quote by Tsoknyi Rinpoche
“The true bodhisattva spirit grows out of this personal sense of freedom. You discover that you don't feel so needy anymore. You don't crave another refueling - with shamatha or with other people's love and attention - because you know within yourself how to be free, how to be confident. With this sense of security and freedom, you begin to direct your attention to the needs of others. The compassion expands.”
About This Quote
Source Teaching: Dharma Talk on Bodhisattva Path, Tsoknyi Rinpoche, 2015
True freedom arises from inner security, allowing compassion to expand outward without dependence on external validation.
In simple terms: Inner freedom fuels compassion.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate inner confidence.
Themes
spirituality
compassion
freedom
self‑reliance
Mood
calm
inspired
Type
spiritual
motivational
When to use this quote
- meditation practice
- volunteering
- supporting friends
Key Concepts
bodhisattva ideal
non‑attachment
inner security
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you experience inner security?
- What actions show your compassion?
A Different Perspective
The concept may be challenging for those unfamiliar with Buddhist terms.
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