It is not the outer objects that entangle us. It is the inner clinging that entangles us. - Tilopa
Tilopa's quote emphasizes that our true entanglement comes not from external circumstances but from our internal attachments and desires. It's a reminder that the challenges we face are often a product of our own mindset and emotional responses rather than the situations themselves. This perspective encourages introspection, suggesting that by addressing our inner clinging, we can find greater clarity and freedom.
Lama Surya Das, in his book "Awakening the Buddha Within,"...