"The primary cause of unhappiness is never the situation but ..." — Eckhart Tolle
The primary cause of unhappiness is never the situation but your thoughts about it.
What This Quote Means
When we pay attention to the present, we discover beauty and meaning we previously overlooked.
About Eckhart Tolle
Eckhart Tolle is a German-Canadian spiritual teacher and author best known for "The Power of Now."
Eckhart Tolle (1948-present) experienced a spiritual awakening that transformed his life and became the basis for bestselling books on presence and consciousness.
How to Apply This Wisdom
Mindful breathing
Take three conscious breaths before starting any new activity.
Single-tasking
Do one thing at a time with full attention.
Body awareness
Check in with your physical sensations several times throughout the day.
Reflection Questions
- How present am I in my daily activities?
- What am I missing by not paying full attention?
- When do I feel most fully alive and aware?
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