Until you make peace with your difficult memories, that pain will continue to bleed into your current and future experiences.
Iyanla VanzantRead
Cut brambles long enough, Sprout after sprout, And the lotus will bloom Of its own accord: Already waiting in the clearing, The single image of light. The day you see this, That day you will become it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Patience and perseverance will lead to personal growth and enlightenment.
This quote by Sun Bu'Er emphasizes the importance of persistence in the face of challenges. Just as brambles must be cut to allow the lotus to bloom, we must work through our struggles and be patient as we progress toward self-realization and enlightenment, which will come naturally when the time is right.
Themes
PatienceGrowthEnlightenmentPerseveranceNature
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can inspire students during a graduation speech about the journey to success.
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