He that seeks here any other thing but simply God and the salvation of his soul, will find nothing but trouble and sorrow.
Thomas A KempisRead
Without awareness of bodily feeling and attitude, a person becomes split into a disembodied spirit and a disenchanted body.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the importance of being in tune with both our physical and emotional states for holistic well-being.
Alexander Lowen's quote suggests that when individuals disconnect from their bodily sensations and attitudes, they risk losing a sense of wholeness. Such disconnection can lead to a split between the mind and body, which may result in emotional and physical disenchantment. To achieve true well-being, one must foster awareness of both internal feelings and outward attitudes, ensuring a harmonious relationship between body and mind.
Themes
AwarenessBodily FeelingsMind-Body ConnectionWholenessSpiritDisenchanted Body
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used during a wellness workshop to highlight the importance of being aware of one's body.
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