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Greed arises only because your present moment is empty, and to live in an empty moment hurts very much. To forget it you project greed into the future, thinking that tomorrow things are going to be better, a lottery is going to open in your name. But of course you have to wait for tomorrow, it cannot be just now - and tomorrow never comes. All that comes is always the present moment, which is empty. Greed is because we don't know how to live the present moment in its total richness.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Greed stems from an inability to appreciate the present moment, leading us to chase future gains instead.
This quote by Rajneesh highlights the relationship between greed and our perception of time. It suggests that greed arises when we feel our current moment is void of value, prompting us to see future possibilities as a solution to our dissatisfaction. The essence of living fully lies in embracing the present, which holds its own richness, rather than constantly yearning for what lies ahead, which often results in disappointment.
Themes
GreedPresent MomentFutureSatisfactionMindfulness
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech about mindfulness and contentment.
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