The wealthy, famous and powerful who are self-aware can confirm it — nothing we have or do will make us happy if we’re not okay inside. All the comfort, attention or riches in the world can’t make up for inner suffering. Conversely, nothing can remove our contentment once we’re connected with our true nature. We can develop this connection by just being, without trying to please others, earn validation or prove we are worthy. The practice of perceiving the present moment as perfect eventually teaches us that this state isn’t achieved, it’s…
Relaxed into it.