An intelligent mind is an inquiring mind. It is not satisfied with explanation, with conclusions. Nor is it a mind that believes, because belief is again another form of conclusion.
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Flow in the living moment. — We are always in a process of becoming and nothing is fixed. Have no rigid system in you, and you’ll be flexible to change with the ever changing. Open yourself and flow, my friend. Flow in the total openness of the living moment. If nothing within you stays rigid, outward things will disclose themselves. Moving, be like water. Still, be like a mirror. Respond like an echo.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Embrace the present and be adaptable to change without being rigid.
This quote by Bruce Lee emphasizes the importance of being flexible and open to the present moment. It suggests that by letting go of rigidity within ourselves, we become more capable of responding to the ever-changing nature of life, much like water flows and mirrors reflect, allowing us to harmonize with our surroundings and adapt as needed.
Themes
ChangeLiving MomentFlexibilityAdaptabilityOpenness
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote during a seminar on personal development.
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