Once we are destined to live out our lives in the prison of our mind, our one duty is to furnish it well.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Since we cannot escape our thoughts, we should cultivate a positive inner life.
- In plain terms
- Improve your mindset since you cannot change your mind.
- What can you take from it?
- Shape your inner world to live well.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you treat your mind?
- What makes you happy inside?
Another view
External factors also shape happiness.
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