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Quotes about obstinacy

Obstinacy, often perceived as a double-edged sword, is a trait that embodies unwavering determination and steadfastness. It represents the human spirit's relentless pursuit of goals, even in the face of adversity or opposition. This characteristic can be both a source of strength and a potential pitfall, as it drives individuals to persevere but can also lead to stubbornness and inflexibility. People are drawn to quotes about obstinacy because they resonate with the universal struggle of balancing persistence with adaptability. These quotes often capture the essence of human tenacity, offering inspiration and reflection on the fine line between resolute determination and the need for compromise. In a world where challenges are inevitable, the concept of obstinacy serves as a reminder of the power of resilience and the importance of knowing when to hold firm and when to yield. Whether viewed as a virtue or a vice, obstinacy is a compelling aspect of human nature that continues to intrigue and inspire, making it a popular subject for those seeking motivation and insight into the complexities of perseverance.

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He continued to wait as if the force of his obstinacy would influence Judith's actions and will.
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One should not be obstinate even in worldly interaction. If you are obstinate with a ‘collector’, what will he do? He will throw you in jail. So then what will happen if you are obstinate with God? God won’t put you in jail, but his happiness upon you will break (will go away).
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In the time before Gnan (time before 1958 when Dada Bhagwan got manifested) there was obstinacy within me. ‘I’ discovered that obstinacy does not let the light of Gnan (Eternal Knowledge) to come through. Then I saw all that obstinacy, and it was destroyed. Thereafter the Gnan (Eternal Knowledge) manifested. One has to observe one’s own self that where lies the obstinacies. The Self is an observatory itself.
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I had of course met with incredulity..., but seldom with a will to incredulity.
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If you deal obstinacy with obstinacy in this world; resolution will not come. Simplicity against obstinacy will bring about resolution.
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When people misjudge, they inhale and exhale with obstinate, stagnant prejudice." ~ Angelica Hopes, If I Could Tell You
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What is it that doesn’t allow you to go to moksha? Obstinacy!
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There should be no tenacity of insistence or obstinate insistence of any kind. If there is any tenacity, it should be the kind that will go away if you tell it to!
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One is to cross this ocean in the form of obstinacy. We are standing on this side of obstinacy and we have to go to the other side. If someone becomes instrumental in removing your obstinacy; do not be disturbed about it, consider him to be extremely beneficial and undergo that experience with equanimity.
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Whitewash on the forehead hardens the brain into a state of obstinacy, perhaps.
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