Be perfectly resigned, perfectly unconcerned; then alone can you do any true work. No eyes can see the real forces; we can only see the results. Put out self, forget it; just let God work, it is His business.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- True work happens when you set aside ego and let forces beyond yourself drive the action.
- In plain terms
- Forget yourself and let higher forces do the work.
- What can you take from it?
- Act without ego to do true work.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What stops you from acting freely?
- How much is really up to you?
Another view
Removing self might seem like removing agency.
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