--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: The problem, according to Buddhism, is…" description: "\"“The problem, according to Buddhism, is that our feelings are no more than fleeting vibrations, changing every moment, like the ocean waves. If five mi..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/6f1/yuval-noah-harari-100_buddhism_the-problem-according-to-buddhism-is-tha_1105664.jpg" --- # The problem, according to Buddhism, is that our feelings… ![“The problem, according to Buddhism, is that our feelings are no more than fleeting vibrations, changing every moment, like the ocean waves. If five minutes ago I felt joyful and purposeful, now these feelings are gone, and I might well feel sad and dejected. So if I want to experience pleasant…” quote by Yuval Noah Harari](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/6f1/yuval-noah-harari-100_buddhism_the-problem-according-to-buddhism-is-tha_1105664.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/6f1/yuval-noah-harari-100_buddhism_the-problem-according-to-buddhism-is-tha_1105664.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/6f1/yuval-noah-harari-100_buddhism_the-problem-according-to-buddhism-is-tha_1105664.jpg) > ““The problem, according to Buddhism, is that our feelings are no more than fleeting vibrations, changing every moment, like the ocean waves. If five minutes ago I felt joyful and purposeful, now these feelings are gone, and I might well feel sad and dejected. So if I want to experience pleasant feelings, I have to constantly chase them, while driving away the unpleasant feelings. Even if I succeed, I immediately have to start all over again, without ever getting any lasting reward for my troubles.”” [Yuval Noah Harari](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/yuval-noah-harari/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Buddhism views emotions as transient, making the pursuit of lasting pleasure futile and leading to endless chasing. **In simple terms:** Emotions are fleeting; chasing them never satisfies. Key Takeaway Accept impermanence, reduce craving. Themes philosophy mindfulness spirituality impermanence Mood reflective calm Type philosophical spiritual When to use this quote - meditation practice - counseling sessions - daily reflection - stress management - mindful walking Key Concepts non‑attachment suffering desire Questions to Reflect On - What does letting go of emotional cravings look like for you? - How can you find stability amid changing feelings? 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