Everything can be sacrificed for truth, but truth cannot be sacrificed for anything.
Swami VivekanandaRead
When we let loose our feelings, we waste so much energy, shatter our nerves, disturb our minds, and accomplish very little work.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Expressing our feelings without control can lead to wasted energy and diminished productivity.
In this quote, Swami Vivekananda emphasizes the importance of managing our emotions. He suggests that when we allow our feelings to take over, we not only expend unnecessary energy but also compromise our mental clarity and focus, resulting in minimal accomplishments. Thus, he advocates for maintaining emotional control to enhance productivity and well-being.
Themes
EmotionsEnergyProductivityFocusBalance
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech, someone could reference this quote to encourage emotional control in stressful situations.
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