Quote by Doug Coupland

If you don't have a spiritual practice in place when times are good, you can't expect to suddenly develop one during a moment of crisis.

If you don't have a spiritual practice in place when times a

Summary

This quote suggests that having a spiritual practice in one's life is important not just during challenging times, but also when things are going well. It emphasizes the idea that spirituality should be a consistent part of our lives, providing strength and guidance even when we are not faced with adversity. The quote implies that it is unrealistic to expect to establish a spiritual practice and derive immediate comfort from it in the midst of a crisis if it has not been nurtured and cultivated beforehand.

By Doug Coupland

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