. .
. and freedom is the only condition for happiness. If, in our heart, we still
cling to anything - anger, anxiety, or possessions - we cannot be free.”
Thích
Nhất Hạnh, The Heart of the Buddha's Teaching: Transforming Suffering into
Peace,
Joy, and Liberation
I'm
not a Buddhist. But, unlike yours truly, the Buddha could say a lot in just a
few words. I don't know if it was much different in his times, but in an age
when we have so much, we seem to have a
huge challenge in "letting go."
I
spoke about this concept in my 12 Steps for Living Free. I understand from
personal experience - and interestingly, I'm still learning about letting go.
It is certainly a challenge for anyone desiring to realize what real personal
freedom is about and how happiness and peace of mind follow in lock step.
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