We are not rich by what we possess but by what we can do without. Immanuel Kant Our mind’s tendency to always be in a state of desire leads us to a state of discontent where we are always seeking that which we do not have. We feel dissatisfied and unhappy as long as ourContinue reading “Contentment: Path to fulfilment and freedom”
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The power of forgiveness
“When you forgive, you in no way change the past – but you sure do change the future.” – Bernard Meltzer There are many ways to walk the path of enlightenment and forgiveness is one of them. Forgiveness is essential for growth and continued happiness, but whether you are seeking or someone else is seekingContinue reading “The power of forgiveness”
The Beginner’s Mind
“In the beginner’s mind there are many possibilities, but in the expert’s there are few.” – Shunryu Suzuki As children, we all start off with beginner’s mind living with spontaneity, not knowing or not being sure of, yet fearless and totally available to the moment. But as we grow and become familiar of things, mindContinue reading “The Beginner’s Mind”
A different perspective
“Enlightenment is not a change into something better or more, but a simple recognition of who we truly already are.” Anonymous When we look at the world today, we see an existence that is driven by consumerism, or work, or fame. Even though we made our lives comfortable and prosperous then before, we have developedContinue reading “A different perspective”
