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I grew with it, and I used to go to see the monks, who had no possessions, even more extreme than my mother
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"I grew with it, and I used to go to see the monks, who had no possessions, even more extreme than my mother"

- Satish Kumar

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Satish Kumar's quote talks to the power of simpleness and the importance of living a life of minimalism. He matured with the idea of having few ownerships and was exposed to monks who had even less. This experience taught him the worth of coping with less and the liberty that comes with it. He was able to see that having less possessions permitted the monks to concentrate on their spiritual practice and to be more present in the minute. This quote talks to the idea that having less ownerships can cause a more meaningful life. It also talks to the idea that having less belongings can cause a higher sense of flexibility and contentment. By having less ownerships, one can concentrate on what is really crucial and be more present in the moment. Satish Kumar's quote is a tip that having fewer belongings can lead to a more significant and satisfying life.

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