I don't believe in the war god of the Israelites. He's a bogeyman. Jesus preached the golden rule, by and large.
Terry PratchettRead
We bring about a world in consciousness that is partly what is given, and partly what we bring, something that comes into being through this particular conjunction and no other. And the key to this is the kind of attention we pay to the world.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Our perception of the world is shaped by both external reality and our individual contributions to it.
This quote emphasizes the interplay between our external environment and our internal consciousness, suggesting that reality is a co-creation influenced by both what is presented to us and our unique perspectives and interpretations. The 'key' to this process lies in the quality of attention we give to our experiences, highlighting the crucial role of mindfulness in shaping our understanding and interaction with the world.
Themes
ConsciousnessAttentionPerceptionRealityMindfulness
In practice
Example use cases
In a meditation workshop to explain the importance of awareness in shaping our thoughts.
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