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Note for the record. In the all that was said about me, it was not me saying it, and if you see a false prophet, it is only a reflection of your judgments, for in truth, it is motions, not words, that speak for the Manson family. We each have our own worlds and judgments. I have no judgments outside of what you all have set for yourselves. I'm content wherever I am. Whatever you do or say does not touch my inner circle. I have peace within myself. Peace of mind.

Charles Manson#10

PsychologyPerceptionRelationshipsJudgmentBoundariesInner peaceMindset

About this quote

What does it mean?
The speaker states that others' words are reflections of their own judgments and claims inner peace regardless of external opinions.
In plain terms
What people say about me is a reflection of them, not me, and I am at peace.
What can you take from it?
Maintain inner peace despite outside criticism.

Where it applies

  • criticism
  • public opinion
  • social conflict

Putting it to work

  • mindfulness
  • setting boundaries

Questions to consider

  • How much do others' opinions affect you?
  • What defines your inner circle?

Another view

Claiming complete detachment from words may be idealized.

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