# The most fundamental aggression to ourselves, the ... | Pema Chodron Quote

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> The most fundamental aggression to ourselves, the most fundamental harm we can do to ourselves, is to remain ignorant by not having the courage and the respect to look at ourselves honestly and gently.

## What This Quote Means

Speaking and living truthfully is the foundation of authentic existence.

## About Pema Chodron

Pema Chodron is an American Tibetan Buddhist nun and author known for her teachings on mindfulness and compassion in difficult times.

Pema Chodron (1936-present) is a Buddhist teacher who helps Westerners work with difficult emotions and find peace amid uncertainty.

## How to Apply This Wisdom

### Honest inventory

Be truthful with yourself about one area where you have been in denial.

### Speak truth

Share an honest thought that you have been holding back.

### Seek truth

Question one assumption you have been taking for granted.

## Reflection Questions

- Where am I being less than honest with myself?

- What truth am I avoiding that could set me free?

- How does living truthfully affect my relationships?

## More Quotes by Pema Chodron

> Nothing ever goes away until it has taught us what we need to know.

> You are the sky. Everything else — it''s just the weather.

> If we learn to open our hearts, anyone, including the people who drive us crazy, can be our teacher.

> Lean into the sharp points.

> Fear is a natural reaction to moving closer to the truth.