Born Quote by Wei Wu Wei
“As long as there is a 'you' doing or not-doing, thinking or not-thinking, 'meditating' or 'not-meditating' you are no closer to home than the day you were born.”
About This Quote
Source Book: All Is One by Wei Wu Wei, 1975
The quote suggests that constant mental activity keeps us distant from our true self, which is ever-present from birth.
In simple terms: Thinking keeps you away from your true self.
Key Takeaway
Observe without judgment.
Themes
self-awareness
mindfulness
presence
Mood
contemplative
calm
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- meditation
- daily stress
- decision making
- creative work
Key Concepts
non-duality
ego
identity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you notice thoughts without engaging?
- What does “home” mean to you?
A Different Perspective
The insight may be hard to practice amid busy lives.
