Buddhist Quote by Yongey Mingyur
““If you're determined to think of yourself as limited, fearful, vulnerable, or scarred by past experience, know only that you have chosen to do so.””
About This Quote
Source Talk: The Mindful Way to Freedom, 2015
Self-imposed limits arise from choosing to view oneself as fearful or damaged, reinforcing those states.
In simple terms: Choosing to see yourself as limited keeps you stuck.
Key Takeaway
Shift perspective to empower rather than restrict.
Themes
mindfulness
self-awareness
psychology
Mood
calm
hopeful
Type
spiritual
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- therapy
- stress management
- creative work
Key Concepts
cognitive framing
self-fulfilling prophecy
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence challenges your limiting self‑view?
- How can you practice a more compassionate self‑narrative?
A Different Perspective
Changing belief may be difficult without support or insight.
