Quotes From "Real Happiness: The Power Of Meditation" By Sharon Salzberg

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It is never too late to turn on the light. Your ability to break an unhealthy habit or turn off an old tape doesn't depend on how long it has been running; a shift in perspective doesn't depend on how long you've held on to the old view. When you flip the switch in that attic, it doesn't matter whether its been dark for ten minutes, ten years or ten decades. The light still illuminates the room and banishes the murkiness, letting you see the things you couldn't see before. Its never too late to take a moment to look. Sharon Salzberg
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Mindfulness helps us get better at seeing the difference between what’s happening and the stories we tell ourselves about what’s happening, stories that get in the way of direct experience. Often such stories treat a fleeting state of mind as if it were our entire and permanent self. Sharon Salzberg
Mindfulness, also called wise attention, helps us see what we’re...
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Mindfulness, also called wise attention, helps us see what we’re adding to our experiences, not only during meditation sessions but also elsewhere. Sharon Salzberg
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Because the development of inner calm & energy happens completely within & isn’t dependent on another person or a particular situation, we begin to feel a resourcefulness and independence that is quite beautiful–and a huge relief. Sharon Salzberg
We long for permanence but everything in the known universe...
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We long for permanence but everything in the known universe is transient. That’s a fact but one we fight. Sharon Salzberg
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The simple act of being completely attentive & present to another person is an act of love, and it fosters unshakeable well-being. Sharon Salzberg
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Mindfulness isn't difficult, we just need to remember to do it. Sharon Salzberg
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Restore your attention or bring it to a new level by dramatically slowing down whatever you're doing. Sharon Salzberg
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Meditation is the ultimate mobile device; you can use it anywhere, anytime, unobtrusively. Sharon Salzberg
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Let the breath lead the way. Sharon Salzberg
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Meditation is a microcosm, a model, a mirror. The skills we practice when we sit are transferable to the rest of our lives. Sharon Salzberg
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We use mindfulness to observe the way we cling to pleasant experiences & push away unpleasant ones. Sharon Salzberg