A fulfilling life is not only about a house, a car and a beautiful soul mate. A fulfilling life goes much further. Buddhist monks have collected 10 tips that will make you more successful and happy.
Are you sure the person is looking for happiness in the right place? A fulfilling life is much more than just a beautiful home or a modern car. It is about connecting with oneself at a subconscious level. Buddhist monks obviously understood this, because instead of pursuing material possessions, they look inward. Below are the tips of monks who know what the true value of life is.
1) don't stop trying
The worst thing technology has led us to is laziness. According to the monk, it is very important to try several times before giving up. It is also important to try different approaches. When you realize that everything is useless, you need to accept and move on, but to give up without trying all the options, you simply have no right. Whatever you do, it takes patience. You must develop the core and motivation to “never stop trying”.
2. All answers come from within
A fundamental principle of monks is the use of intuition. You must use your sixth sense to deal with the problems that the world is throwing at you. Buddhism students are provided with only a small amount of information with which they must solve big problems. This is part of their preparation for contemplating the world in all its glory. The universe will open its doors to us, but we must be ready to accept its knowledge, following our own path and not being disappointed, at the very beginning, due to the lack of answers.
All the answers are within us; we just have to look in the right direction and trust ourselves.
3. Defeat part of the growth
This is a lesson that only a few are aware of. A mistake or failure sets us up for the worst, which is essentially not true. You must keep in mind that there are always two sides of the same coin. Failures and mistakes are a learning process, that's the beauty of them. Someone may teach you a valuable lesson, but you do not realize its true meaning without experiencing it yourself. Failure and failure are an important part of a fulfilling life, and yet we are afraid to take part in this learning process. Monks know that everything in life has two sides: good is followed by bad, as well as growth is impossible without failure.
4. Know the power of impermanence
Impermanence is one of the most important Buddhist teachings and one who understands its essence can fully understand life. Nothing is permanent, and the sooner you understand and accept it, the sooner you can live life to the fullest without empty expectations.
5. Learn the art of patience
For some people, patience seems out of reach. Notice how quickly they get angry? Everything has a time and a place. Time is in the hands of a person, therefore it should not disappoint you. Patience is definitely a virtue, and when you can control it, you will be on the path to a full and happy life.
6. Forget what other people think
Society has the ability to program our ego. We are constantly worried about what other people might think or say about us. Feeding your own ego is not normal, and if you think that it will make you happy, then you are deeply mistaken. A satisfied ego does not mean that you will also be happy. If you can separate from your own ego, it will allow you to grow spiritually. You should focus on what you think and feel, not on those around you. Only in this case, you will be able to achieve harmony with yourself.
7. Fight your inner enemy
The enemy is in reflection. Just like all the answers are in ourselves, the main and most terrible enemy is in the same place. You might think that your biggest enemy is the boss or bully at school, but this is not the case. You are the one who gives power to your fears and insecurities. You cannot achieve what you want without conquering your inner enemy, which does not allow you to be happy. In other words, you need to overcome your inner fears.
8. Happiness starts from the inside
It would be cynical to argue that happiness is built only on the basis of the spiritual side of life.
Family and friends, music, books, hobbies, they are all part of your journey. However, you cannot enjoy life if you are not happy inside. After you achieve inner happiness, it will manifest itself in everything that surrounds you. This also explains why meditation is such an important practice for monks. Because it helps to develop the world from the inside, and when you can touch your food, you will feel true happiness.
9. Be present
We hear this all the time, but stop and consider where your thoughts are at the moment.
Monks treasure every moment so much as if it is the only moment in which we can be sure. If we learn to do our best: to act at full strength, to feel our best and to enjoy every moment, only then will our life be fulfilled. Meditation is an invaluable gift for those who find it difficult to focus their thoughts and be present in this moment.
10. Realize what is valuable to you, besides material goods
We have all heard this simple truth more than once. However, for us, people living in the 21st century, in a world dominated by the influence of the media, it is very difficult to insulate ourselves from material wealth and needs.
Honestly, I would like to make a small board, hang it at home, or make it as a collage for the phone. I think it could be called a "grounding board." You can fill this board with photos of people who are less fortunate in life than you, children who have no food or clean water, animals that need treatment, photos of your grandparents, family, friends, phrases that express love and compassion. All this brings me back to my place, at the moments when I get too carried away by material consumption. This "grounding board" helps me get back to what is really important in this life.
Conclusion
It is natural to seek happiness and fulfillment in the outer world, but that does not mean that you should neglect the inner component. Those people who find peace within themselves, as a rule, are far from material satisfaction and public opinion. They are happy and fulfilled. However, everyone is different and by following the above guidelines you can greatly increase your chances of being happy.
