Life Quote by Vikram Seth
““Wherever his faltering mind, unsteadily wanders, he should restrain it and bring it under self-control Krishna, the mind is faltering, violent, strong, and stubborn; I find it as difficult to hold as the wind.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: A Suitable Boy by Vikram Seth, 1993
The mind is restless and hard to master; self‑discipline is needed to calm it.
In simple terms: Control a wandering mind with discipline.
Key Takeaway
Practice mindfulness daily.
Themes
self‑control
mindfulness
discipline
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- studying
- meditation
- stress management
- creative work
Key Concepts
psychology
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you gently guide a restless mind?
- What practices help calm mental turbulence?
A Different Perspective
Mind can be too volatile for simple control alone.
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