Quote The truth knocks on the door and you say, "Go...

“The truth knocks on the door and you say, "Go away, I'm looking for the truth," and so it goes away. Puzzling.” - Robert M. Pirsig

Decryption of quote

The truth is like a persistent visitor, always seeking to make its presence known. It knocks on the door of our consciousness, eager to be let in and acknowledged. But sometimes, in our quest for truth, we inadvertently push it away with our own doubts and skepticism.

Imagine standing at the threshold of truth, but instead of welcoming it with open arms, you turn it away, claiming to be in search of something that is already right in front of you. This paradoxical behavior is what the quote refers to as puzzling.

It serves as a reminder that sometimes, the truth is not something to be sought after in the distance, but rather something that is right in front of us, waiting to be acknowledged. By constantly seeking truth elsewhere, we may overlook the truth that is already within reach.

Perhaps it is our fear of facing the truth that causes us to push it away when it comes knocking. We may be afraid of what we will uncover, or the changes that acknowledging the truth may bring about in our lives.

But by turning away from the truth, we are only denying ourselves the opportunity for growth and enlightenment. Embracing the truth, no matter how uncomfortable it may be, is the first step towards personal transformation and self-discovery.

So the next time the truth knocks on your door, instead of sending it away in search of something else, invite it in with an open heart and mind. Embrace the truth for what it is, and allow it to guide you on your journey towards greater understanding and wisdom.

For in the end, it is only by facing the truth head-on that we can truly find the answers we seek and unlock the mysteries of our existence. Let go of your doubts and fears, and welcome the truth into your life with open arms.




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