Within the body there are billions of different particles. Similarly, there are many different thoughts and a variety of states of mind. It is wise to take a close look into the world of your mind and to make the distinction between beneficial and harmful states of mind. Once you can recognize the value of good states of mind, you can increase or foster them.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Just as the body has particles, the mind has thoughts; wise observation helps distinguish and grow beneficial mental states.
- In plain terms
- Look closely at your thoughts to tell good from bad and grow the good ones.
- What can you take from it?
- Observe your mind to identify and foster beneficial thoughts.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What states of mind do you value?
- How do you observe your thoughts?
Another view
Self-observation can be difficult without training.
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