Except our own thoughts, there is nothing absolutely in our power
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THOSE WHO THINK ALL THE TIME...
The Zen philosopher Alan Watts put it beautifully when he said those who think all the time have nothing to think about except thoughts so they lose touch with reality and live in a world of illusion.
Engagement
- Every decision in the world is made by the person who has the power to make that decision. Make peace with that.
- Sometimes we are yelling at an empty boat, except it's our boat.
- Our environment tempts us many times a day to engage in pointless skirmishes, and we can do someth...
Don't Take Anything Personally
- Develop a thicker skin and don't internalize others' actions.
- Understand that people's opinions are a reflection of their own beliefs.
- Free yourself from needless suffering.
- Remember that other people's opinions are not facts.
- Don't let others' words cont...
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