Have you ever felt unhappy even when everything was fine? It’s not uncommon for discontent and sadness to come up for no reason whatsoever. While our circumstances differ, the source of this inner contradiction may be simpler than you think. Reflecting on my own experiences, I used to feel unhappy all the time. Getting a … Read more
What is the difference between solitude and loneliness? A beautiful answer to this question comes from “Touching the Eternal,” a recording of a seven-day retreat in India led by spiritual teacher Eckhart Tolle. At the end of each daily talk, Tolle addressed some of the participants’ most pressing issues that had been passed to him … Read more
“In normal everyday usage, ‘I’ embodies the primordial error, a misperception of who you are, an illusory sense of identity. This is the ego,” writes Eckhart Tolle in his book A New Earth: Awakening to Your Life’s Purpose. “This illusory sense of self is what Albert Einstein, who had deep insights not only into the … Read more
I often revisit “For the Future to Be Possible” by Thich Nhat Hanh (October 11, 1926–January 22, 2022) to renew my commitment to skillful actions in daily life. I especially like the way he emphasizes our inner wealth and how to utilize it. In particular, the renowned Zen master insists that even if you have … Read more
Having trust in yourself and other people is one of the most important pillars of a happy and fulfilling life. Yet, trust is not a right, it’s an incredible privilege that you earn with time and patience. When you gain someone’s trust, it helps your relationships grow deeper. But at the same time, trust is … Read more