Do not suppress it - that would hurt you inside. Do not express it - this would not only hurt you inside, it would cause ripples in your surroundings. What you do is transform it.
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There is a criterion by which you can judge whether the thoughts you are thinking and the things you are doing are right for you. The criterion is: Have they brought you inner peace?
Interpretation
What this quote means
Inner peace is the key indicator of whether our actions and thoughts align with our true selves.
This quote by Peace Pilgrim emphasizes the importance of inner peace as a measure for evaluating the appropriateness of our thoughts and actions. It suggests that if our choices lead to a sense of tranquility and harmony within, they are likely to be in alignment with our true values and well-being.
Themes
Inner PeaceThoughtsActionsJudgmentWell-Being
In practice
Example use cases
In a meditation retreat, one might share this quote to encourage participants to reflect on their choices.
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