All true artists, whether they know it or not, create from a place of no-mind, from inner stillness.

Eckhart Tolle frequently links creativity to the spiritual state he calls “presence” or “no-mind,” a quieting of compulsive thought in which awareness is felt directly. In his teachings and writings from the late 1990s onward—especially those addressing everyday life and creative work—he argues that genuine inspiration arises when the egoic, self-referential mind relaxes and a deeper intelligence can act through the person. This quote reflects that broader theme: art is not primarily a product of mental strain or self-image, but of inner stillness that allows perception and expression to become clear and unforced.

The statement proposes that authentic art originates in a state beyond discursive thinking. “No-mind” does not mean dullness or lack of skill; it points to a receptive, spacious awareness in which the artist is less preoccupied with judgment, ambition, or identity. From that stillness, attention becomes more vivid and responsive, enabling forms, images, or words to emerge with a sense of inevitability. Tolle’s claim “whether they know it or not” suggests that many artists intuit this condition without framing it spiritually: moments of flow, absorption, or effortless concentration. The quote elevates creativity into a contemplative practice, implying that inner silence is a wellspring of originality.