Misery is almost always the result of thinking.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Suffering often stems from excessive rumination or negative thought patterns.
- In plain terms
- Thinking too much can make you unhappy.
- What can you take from it?
- Watch your thoughts to reduce suffering.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What thoughts cause me the most stress?
- How can I interrupt negative thinking?
Another view
Physical pain can cause misery independently of thought.
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