Universal Love

''The basic energy of the universe''

 Embracing
 Oneness 

This is actually a very simple way of accepting someone as they are, love in this case would mean no strings attached. It does not matter how good they are, what they look like, or how they behave; one just has to accept everything.

Different cultures, beliefs and teachings have these elements that go beyond personal feelings or romantic relationships. It's about understanding that everything is connected, which helps us feel a strong sense of togetherness and unity.
It is more about being aware of the concept that everything in existence interacts with each other and further strengthens a sense of belongingness and unity.

 “Love all”  is not romantic love. Rather it reveals the truth that we are part of this cosmic energy. When we talk about universal love then there is no I, My, me, you, your, yours, They, Their, Them. we are all one. It needs to melt the identity.

 Interconnectedness of Life

 Every part of life is connected. We all are entwined within existence. From the largest banyan tree to the smallest insect, all organisms have roles to play in this cosmic ballet.

 By sensing this bond we feel deep compassion and love for every living creature on earth including human beings.

 Everything you see whether living or non-living movable or immovable is part of this cosmic dance

Everything is joined up together

 We’re all part of an enormous life network called life itself. In universal dance, every living thing from massive banyan trees to the tiniest insects plays its role.

If we understand this truth, we will be able to have compassion and love for all beings including other humans as well as small ones.


Understanding this helps us feel love and friendship for every creature on earth, from humans to tiny bugs.

''We all only have a temporary home on this planet of ours.''

 

Love Nurtures Acceptance 

This understanding of unity among all people can help us to look beyond differences of race, religion, nationality, or social status. This involves seeking new connections and growing relationships which will make you fall in love with the place you live in and even more in love with the people that you share it with.

Moving past opposite

 Universal love can help us think beyond binary opposing systems – like right and wrong, or us versus them.

 By viewing the world through the prism of love, we can start to see everything's fundamental value and see past the straightforward contradictions that these conceptions contain. Every difficult situation is a chance for growth and development.

Release Duality

 Our world is made of good and bad, day and night. Universal love destroys this hostile pattern. We must see clearly and discard these labels. Even the "bad" things offer growth opportunities.

Love as a Source of Positive Energy

Love cannot be defeated, and when we receive it, it is difficult for it not to spread. Then we encourage others to act more kindly and with greater understanding. Over time and across geographies, love might become contagious, bringing peace.

Seeing the goodness in others

 Loving all means showing love to all and finding the best in them. It doesn't mean overlooking the wrong things others do. Just notice them and refuse to be judgmental. Believe in kindness in everyone.

Love Yourself

 Loving the world starts with loving yourself. If you want to love the world outside, you must first love yourself. This way, you can openly welcome love into your life.

Universal love  is power in harmony

 The feeling of love brings all actions in balance with all things within ourselves and harmonizes everything outside. Nothing is excluded.

The Difficulty of Loving Everyone and Everything

 Loving everything might sound unrealistic. As humans, we have likes and dislikes for certain things and situations. Universal love suggests not to judge anything not to comment upon and not to hate a thing or a person.

Be humble. If you cannot praise or appreciate anything or anybody, then do not criticise, do not have any ill feeling also. Just do Namaskar and move.

Universal love is a process, not a final goal.  It needs ongoing work and looking inward. There will be obstacles, times of criticism, and negative thoughts.


Loving everything and everyone creates harmony and balance in total. We not only improve our own lives but also help create a more calm and balanced world for everyone.🙏

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The Allure of Sweet Words

Never Trust, ''The Allure of Sweet Words''


Words are powerful. Words may build empires and even kindle love; they can provide comfort during times of adversity and launch revolutions. However, words can be deceiving, with sugar-coated lips delivering a harsh reality. This idea is most evident when nice words are delivered without sincerity and backed up by no actions.

The saying "never trust sweet words" may sound negative, however, it contains some extremely valuable lessons. The true intentions are often revealed via actions rather than words.

 Sweet words frequently conceal deeper, darker intents. The guy who is showering you with compliments will make you turn a blind eye because he has ulterior motives. Sweet words develop trust, which is then damaged by the guy who is showering you with compliments and expecting you to turn a blind eye since he has bad intentions. Sweet words instil trust, which is ultimately broken by the devious and seductive individual.

 Words as sweet as sugar can seduce. Maybe they soften our fat, stroke our egos, and instil a sense of trust. Especially when we feel frightened or doubtful.

The danger stems from the lack of intent in the words spoken. They will be utilized to deceive or get anything from us.
Politicians use them to win votes, advertisers use them to sell things, and people may use such phrases to exploit others.

 When the truth is revealed, we are hurt and discouraged because of the hollow promises and flattery.

Why do individuals use nice language?

Flattery can sometimes be used to gain favour or manipulate for selfish objectives. Let us look into this.

Charm of Sweet Words

Humans, as social creatures, want only connection and recognition. Sweet words would trigger the release of dopamine, a feel-good hormone in the brain. This fosters a positive relationship with the speaker, so we are more likely to listen to their thoughts, opinions, or even requests in one spot. 

Critical thinking may take a backseat to positive reinforcement in the superstructure.
Sweet talkers take advantage of this susceptibility to manipulate the situation for their own gain. 

The trust that a person may have created towards another person by saying nice things to them can be manipulated further to acquire anything. 

This particular tactic is particularly frequent in scams when fraudsters seduce their next prey with promises of easy money, free presents, and business.

Insecurity is wrapped in honeyed words. Someone who flatters you may require similar compliments themselves.

''Observations beyond the words''

Observe not only words but actions: Examine how well someone's translation of emotion to behaviour corresponds.

 

Are they saying one thing and then doing something else? Make sure everything is consistent.

Observe how they treat you and other individuals in their lives. 

Do their acts demonstrate respect and consideration?

Our behaviours provide far more certainty about character and intention. If someone has consistently been there for you, even when he does not have to, and if what he says is supported by real actions, then he is trustworthy.

Listen to your instincts: Our intuition can often serve as very excellent guidance. A modest sense of discomfort might sometimes be a useful warning indicator. Don't disregard that small voice. If anything does not sound correct in someone's words, it is most likely not true. Do not ignore your instincts.

Look for discrepancies: do the words and actions match? If someone is continually contradictory with their opinions and contradicts themselves, it is a red sign.

Empty promises are like balloons -- empty at the centre

Instead, concentrate on accomplishments. Are they making an effort to keep their promises?

Are you noticing genuine attempts to live up to their words?

Is their behaviour consistent with their words?, ''Consistency is key''

Beware the Flatterer: Excessive flattery is typically a red flag. Really nice compliments would express and acknowledge your true characteristics. Flattering is a broad and exaggerated attempt to manipulate others into feeling bad.

The Smooth Talker: They have a solution for everything and can weave solid arguments together effortlessly. But are the statements full of facts and rationale, or are they hollow rhetoric designed to sway you?

Charming: They are polite to you, compliment you, and make you feel special and appreciated. However, a charmer's attitude may burst into a bubble when you need to be truly cared for. 

Are they there for you when times are rough, or do they disappear when you confront a challenge?

Beware of instant connections: Genuine friendships and true love take time to build. So don't be taken aback by an out-of-control display of pleasant emotions that appears too quick or is simply too good to be true.

Don't give away your trust for free: True trust emerges from common experiences, truthfulness, and reliability, which are carefully formed over time. Consistent acts construct a solid foundation, brick by brick.


But isn't complete trust a beautiful thing? Absolutely! However, trust must be earned, not given freely.

Life is a journey, and we travel with other people.😊😊😊

So, the next time someone showers you with compliments, pause. Thank you for your kind sentiments, but remember that they are only words. Keep an eye out for their action lines, consistency, and commitment.

Recognizing that deeds speak louder than words, we make room for connection and develop a true life full of relationships that will continue until the end of time. In this way, you develop connections based on genuineness, so you're not hurt by the thorns that lay beneath sweet nothings.

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The Path to Forgiveness

The Path to Forgiveness: Lighter Hearts, Lighter Lives Life is not always easy; unexpected turns of events frequently hurt, betray, and disappoint us.

 There's no way to avoid it. Marks of negativity crashing down on us with the pressure of continuing to forgive others do not excuse their acts.

Forgiveness is profound and transformational in ways that words cannot express. Forgiveness frees us of resentment, rage, and bitterness. It basically gives us back control of our emotional well-being, allowing for healing, growth, and, finally, inner peace.

Forgiveness is a purposeful decision to let go of all the baggage that weighs us down, such as anger, resentment, and negativity. This allows us to move on to the light of the heart. One liberates oneself from the emotional load and exposes oneself to other possibilities.

It does not erase the crime, nor does it absolve the culprit of culpability. It's just about letting go of the emotional baggage associated with the hurt.

Leaving the Past Behind

If we choose to hold onto our anger and bitterness, we become bound to our past. Forgiveness allows us to move forward in life. Forgiveness does not imply forgetting what was done, but rather not allowing it to define you or your future relationships. It frees us to heal and live in the present moment.

Forgiveness is a gift to ourselves, not to those who have mistreated us.

Keeping a lot of negativity in our brains and systems does not serve us well. It is about self-care rather than the one who hurt us. How can you love yourself if you are harbouring so much hatred?


Health Benefits of Forgiveness:


(1) Lower levels of depression and anxiety


(2) Less hostility


(3) Higher self-esteem


(4) More life satisfaction


Why forgiveness matters

Personal Liberation: Forgiveness frees one from the bonds of bitterness and hatred. This act allows one to feel free and restore their emotional well-being. It has a relaxing effect on our brains and spirits.

Improved Relationships: Forgiveness toward others promotes stronger relationships and elicits sentiments of empathy.

We must remember that forgiveness is not a submission to the other party's atrocities; rather, it is the result of actions of bravery motivated by self-compassion. When we forgive, we begin to let go of our past and make room for healing, love, and progress.


Let us go on this transforming path towards emotional liberation and a brighter, more compassionate society.

Remember that forgiveness is not about endorsing the offence; it is about freeing oneself.

It may appear simple, but it is a lifelong commitment. It requires consistent practice and an agreement with oneself to achieve self-awareness. Yes, there will be potholes in the road—times when forgiveness seems out of grasp, almost like a distant ideal.

But the important is to keep moving forward, acknowledging your efforts and applauding each step you take in that direction.

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How to Spot a Certified,'' foolish''

''Ah, foolishness''

Ah, foolishness. It's the spice of life, There's a certain kind of person we all encounter – the one who consistently misses the mark.

But how do you identify a true champion of foolishness?

 Fear not, for this handy guide will equip you with the tools to recognize a goofball in the wild!

Some folks are just a few fries short of a happy meal. But hey, that's what makes life interesting, right?

 Here's your crash course on identifying these champions.

 

 Tell-tale signs to recognize the brand  ambassadors of foolishness:

The Helpful Hurricane: This character is a whirlwind of misplaced energy. They swoop in to "help" with everyone else's tasks, leaving their own work a disaster zone.

The Mastermind of Maybe: This individual is the Picasso of procrastination. They can dream up the most elaborate plans. Their plans are more elaborate than a space opera, with flowcharts and inspirational quotes. But when it comes to actually doing something? Their plans mysteriously deflate faster than a birthday balloon after a toddler encounter.

Speaking Before Thinking: This individual suffers from a rare condition known as "Mouth Opens Before Brain Boots Up." without considering the consequences

Chronic Impulsiveness: They do things with half the wisdom and twice the questionable flavours, and take unnecessary risks without considering the potential consequences. 

They may blurt things out or make rash decisions. followed by an awkward cough and a mumbled, "Maybe I should Google that first..."

The Trusty Rusty: They believe everyone has the purest intentions. Their trust knows no bounds, which often leads them to situations that would make even a superhero need therapy.

The Fashion Faux Pas Fanatic: Believes that clothes make the man (or woman), even if the outfit screams, '' I am not for you".

Spotting tip: Look for the person who seems to be auditioning

 for a lost episode of "What Not to Wear."

The Chronic Challenger: They love pointless debates, They are Champions of the Pointless. Even if it's about the proper way to eat a KitKat bar. They might even argue with a brick wall... and lose, all with a goofy grin.

From Rags to Riches...Right Back to Rags: A stroke of luck brings instant gratification, with luxury purchases overshadowing responsible financial planning.

The Moral of the Story:

A wise person understands that true success lies in balancing ambition with action, discernment with trust, and delayed gratification with responsible enjoyment. Life's rewards come not just from good fortune, but from the choices we make every day.

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Non-Judgment

''Non-judgment: The Gateway to Inner Peace and Harmony''


Happiness is a state of being that everyone seems to be after, from across borders and cultures. However, how one reaches this mysterious state of happiness and fulfilment remains obscure for many.

"Do not judge and you will never be mistaken.".

Passing judgment on someone or something is certainly an inherent human tendency that many of us have. We all judge through acts and decisions made by people, be it appearances or options, typically arising from our experiences and attributes that we deem necessary. Furthermore, we go ahead to judge people or pick situations or even objects based on a meagre account of information out of what is being presented to us at that moment.

It provokes blocks in the mind, creates a feeling of superiority or inferiority, and ceases the person's capability to empathize; it breeds conflict and is, therefore, the negativity that spawns thoughts.

Working round the clock with the habit of judgment is this continuous fraying force inside of us; it is the tension it exerts on relationships with others.

We view everything in this world based on our own perspectives. More often than not, our judgments are honestly being tainted by our experiences and prejudices.

Requires less judgment and more of a perspective shift.

Replace judgment with curiosity.

Instead of jumping to conclusions, ask the question, "Why?"

Try to understand what is really motivating and the actual context in which an agent acts or decides.

Stop judging and let a thousand possibilities come rushing in. We see people differently and embrace the power of empathy and understanding as it brings the level of stress down, connects better, and makes one look at life more positively.

The judgement itself is succumbing:

What it really means is just becoming aware that you don't know everything indeed, far from it. But it's your choice not to harbour bad feelings or judgment against yourself for not knowing everything.

Judge Nothing:

When we really make a conscious choice not to judge other people, we free our minds and hearts from so much negativity.

We start our journey to understand by seeing the world through a window filled with awe and a sense of opportunity followed by a view that allows us to feel value in the natural beauty and complexity of something without necessarily anything attached or labelled concerning the phenomena of the experience.

Looking deeper than what meets the eye:

• That can be powerful reasoning for us to know more about the other and yet not judge.
• Instead of any conclusion or judgment being drawn immediately based on what one might be observing on the outside, consideration can be taken into the deeper motivations and reasons that are propelling him. 
• Surely, he can be having an inner struggle that remains invisible to us, or his behaviour can be because of the circumstance and environment in which he is trapped. 

This change of perspective is immense; it has empathy toward others and opens doors for better, more humane ways for us to come together with them.

Much more constructive dialogue becomes possible in a wide variety of contexts when we simply approach them with genuine inquiry rather than automatically seek to find something wrong. 

We learn to realize and accept what is wrong without necessary judgment of the situation itself. 

That would be quite a paradigm shift, one that might just make conversations of division into unity for a world that is less divided and more unified. Probably the most significant and applied application of the concept of judgment has to do with learning how not to be judgmental and to learn to be more forgiving toward oneself. 

We let our self-talk verge on abuse all too often, where we pound relentlessly on our failures, character defects, and so-called inadequacies. The attitude of non-judging gives us a chance to embrace our less glorious selves with a modicum of compassion to embrace our faults and imperfections in such a way that one can lead to internal peace. 

The most important building block of real happiness and well-being is self-acceptance. 

Life, of course, brings along its own set of struggles and hurdles that definitely do come across our path sometimes or the other in life. But the real test in life really manifests, when we are really trying in earnest practice this cardinal principle of non-judgment, and one tends to take a bit more in our stride with far greater resilience realizing some intrinsic peace and valuing the process in and of itself. 

True happiness is ultimately found deep inside of us. Fertile, rich soil is built by the open choice of not judging, whether that be ourselves or other people. Happiness itself grows into something that can be shared with others in one way. 

We are open to fully recognising and taking in life's richness. We are open to life in its massively wealthy form. So beautiful is it that, at times, it seems hard to take in. 😊

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The Friend Who Overstayed- A short story

The Friend Who Overstayed, A Plate of Peace

(A SHORT STORY)

Anjali was a constant presence, a social vine that had somehow twisted itself around my life. We used to be friends, back in the carefree days of college. Classmates thrown together by circumstance. But somewhere along the way, our friendship had morphed into something suffocating. Now, years later, our connection felt more like a burden. Anjali wasn't malicious, but she was a bottomless pit of need, fueled by a jealousy that simmered just beneath the surface. A constant drain of positive thinking.

My successes, big or small, were met with a barrage of questions. Aced a presentation? "Oh, wow, you must've stayed up all night studying. Did you get any sleep at all?" A new promotion? "That's great! They must have really needed someone to fill that spot." Her "congratulations" always felt laced with a bitter aftertaste.

Her visits were like clockwork. In fact, her visits were timed with military precision. Right around lunch or dinner, she'd materialize at my door, a practised smile on her face. The second I opened it, the interrogation would begin. "What are you having for dinner?" she'd ask, eyes scanning my kitchen like a hawk. If I dared to mention a dish I hadn't made myself, she'd launch into a ten-minute story about a similar recipe her "aunt" (read: a random cooking website) had.

One evening, I was having a simple dinner of samosas. Big mistake. Anjali, who wouldn't touch fried food "for her health," spent the entire visit calculating the cost of two samosas, down to the last rupee. "So, each samosa must have cost you..." she'd trail off, expecting me to reimburse her imaginary expense.

Visits to her house were financial landmines. A single samosa devoured transformed into a two-samosa "debt" I owed. The worst part? Anjali had no shame. She'd call me any time of day, interrupting my work or leisure with mundane updates about her life.

Her requests were bolder still. "That new saree looks lovely," she'd coo, "Can I borrow it for that party next week?" Borrowing, of course, was a euphemism. She'd casually "borrow" sarees, conveniently "forgetting" to return them for weeks. I rarely saw my clothes again. The worst part? She wasn't shy about it. "That new blue one you got would look lovely at my cousin's wedding," she'd announce, leaving no room for refusal.

One day, I decided enough was enough. "Anjali, "I value our friendship, but lately, it feels one-sided. The constant irritating behaviour, the unannounced visits…" Anjali blinked, feigning innocence. "irritating behaviour? I'm just being friendly!"

"Is it friendly to expect a free meal every time you visit?" I countered. "Or to borrow clothes with no intention of returning them?"

A flicker of anger crossed her face, but it was quickly masked. "Oh, come on," she scoffed, "Don't be so uptight."

I held her gaze. "Look, if we're going to be friends, it has to be genuine. Not this… this leeching behaviour."

The silence stretched. Finally, Anjali huffed and stood up. "Fine," she said, her voice tight. "If that's how you feel."The door clicked shut behind her. A wave of relief washed over me, bittersweet but undeniable. Maybe our friendship was over, but a part of me felt lighter like I'd finally shed a cumbersome weight.

Anjali might have called a few times after that, but I didn't pick up. My life was quieter now, less dictated by the irritating behaviour of a one-sided bond. I found myself cooking for myself, enjoying the peace. Maybe, just maybe, this was the start of a new kind of friendship, one built on mutual respect and genuine care.

I learned a valuable lesson: It's okay to set boundaries, even with someone who used to be close. I missed the easy camaraderie of our initial friendship, but the constant undercurrent of jealousy had been a festering wound. Sometimes, letting go is the healthiest option for everyone involved.  It wasn't easy. It felt like a weight had lifted.

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Ice on the surface, fire within.

Ice on the surface fire within Break the ice

connect with the fire.

In this world we are surrounded by many faces, some etched with smiles, some crinkled with laughter, some etched with worry, others seemingly carved from stone, many shrouded in a mask of indifference, a cool, impassive facade.

The story behind all these faces is a little different. Not always do people's inner feelings and motives get mirrored by their faces. We should not take things at face value.

We all wear masks more opaque than others. At times, they are carefully crafted. That aloof colleague, that stoic neighbour, that apparently emotionless fellow passenger on the bus or fellow driver on the road: confident smirks, stoic facial expressions, and walls of sarcasm. 

But sometimes, behind such exterior coldness lies a very powerful truth: behind each mask of ice that people wear is a heart that beats like fire.

The "ice" of the metaphor may refer to all our various and multiple motives for fanning a decision to mask our true selves from other people.
This wildfire symbolizes that wellspring, so very powerful and alive, with deep feeling within each of us, often hidden from view—that abundant reservoir of feelings ranging from love to grief, anger, joy, and all those in between, all of those fueling and sustaining life here on earth.

However, the "ice" masks are varied due to diverse life experiences.

It serves varied and many purposes that are important to our emotional well-being, thereby donning a mask of ice. We have all been hurt at one time in our lives or another, some of us most probably feel disappointment, betrayal, and emotional heartache so much that it feels unbearable. And the sting of that experience made us cautious and wary, and we are afraid to open ourselves once more and let others in. 

In this emotional turmoil, walls are built to protect from harm and hurt. As such, the mask is an important defence mechanism, working actively in shielding vulnerability from further hurting and harming and causing distress to trouble one's peace of mind. And of course, this cold surface is a reflection of the past: the experiences of trauma, loss, or neglect leave scars that are wary of the bond. 

We might shut ourselves off, become suspicious, and emotionally distanced—aloof, cynical, even angry.

Social pressures 

Social pressures play a very influential role in our lives, and expectations set by society can, at the end of the day greatly dictate how we are supposed to act, finally making us suppress emotions that might be inappropriate or unacceptable in someone's judgment. The man may be driven to suppress his sadness, but a woman may try to hide her ambition. Sometimes this mask is used for protection from any adversely hostile judgments.

 In our current world, densely anchored on categorizing and then trying to shove people into those categories, we are attuned to a version that is a bit more compellingly insipid—fearing the rejection that may follow laying bare authenticity in totality. So those masks then become ways to fit in, to avoid judgment or disapproval.

For strength and resilience

Sometimes, it's a mask that we put on each day, not because we are afraid or nervous, but because there is an inner need to care for the people who, we believe, rely on us. For example, a single parent has to have a mask on his or her face that shows strength and resilience. That way, the child does not see the personal battle or adversity going on, and the child has a sense of normality and safety. 

The same hearts behind all the protective masks wish for a life where kindness and love are manifested and determine desperately how to direct the fiercely tenacious drive to protect the little ones from unnecessary anxiety or pain.


Indeed, it's a tough world out there; sometimes a mask is the required armour, and often for very valid reasons, it is carefully constructed. At the very least, it means receptivity to the thought that behind those expressionless eyes lies an ocean of passion, and experiences.


But yet, those innermost fires remain cloaked in the thick layer of ice, never really extinguished. It is the state deep inside us that eventually becomes the epitome of being human through passion, dreams, and desires.

How can one connect with the hidden depths inside themselves and also with others?


Here are some food for thought that may further help us bridge the gap between the mask and the fire:

Empathy: Not being judgmental about the frozen cover; it is best to think through these and why. What could have driven them to such extremes in protecting who they are or were?

Active Listening: Engage in a process of really absorbing and understanding the spoken and unspoken words. Observe changes in tone of voice, hesitancy at times, and finally, outbursts of passion that may suddenly break through the veneer one may present.
Active listening creates an environment where another feels free to open up and express themselves as who they truly are, without fear or hesitation.

Kindness: A simple, unsolicited act of kindness goes a long way toward melting cold and hardened barriers that people may have put up around themselves. It shows another person that it is, indeed, both a safe and welcoming world in which to make a meaningful connection with others.

The quest to find that fire within is certainly two-way traffic:

For self-affirmation and confirmation of the presence of fire in those around us. Perhaps it appears at times that these ice monsters govern the entire globe, but this is not the case; behind the mask is an orchestra of emotions, a river overflowing with passion and terror mingled with hope. True, genuine relationships emerge only when we choose, with full awareness, to connect with the fire blazing underneath the cold, impermeable ice.

Oh, yes, our world is so much richer and more colourful when we just decide to join that fire that burns deep within each of us. The more we have begun to shed our own masks, piece by piece, bit by bit, the more our true selves have begun to be revealed to others and to ourselves, with all of our true passions for others and with others, the beginning of a world in which our interactions with others are characterized by warm feelings and heartfelt connections rather than coldness and indifference.

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Inner Peace

Finding Inner Peace: The New Definition of Success.

For centuries, this has been the benchmark of success that was to be achieved for a human being: the trappings of titles to jobs, money in the bank, and, of course, material possessions.

 

But success per se is like the compass pointing north: it keeps getting revised, apart from the old definition of it. 

Today, our journey is being charted by another compass, that of the one from within. It doesn't mean that ambition goes with a faint or diminished spirit; rather, it means you've got to strike the balance between the desires of the world and the basic development of an inner oasis. 

Of course, life throws all kinds of problems or obstacles at you, but it is the growth of an inward state of peace that makes you glide through the mess with a sense of poise and balance as you cope with the difficulties of it all, let alone the thrills and spills life serves up with serenity, lucidity, and cool. You stay centred and balanced as the whole world turns topsy-turvy around you. 

Butterfly, the anchorage, though life may try to plunge one into the depths of unchartered and choppy waters. That's what great calm brings forth in a person: a stubborn kind of patience when facing storms, in fact coming out not just stronger but richer with experience from said storms.


How has inner peace become the new North Star of success?


The age of madness and the relentless chase after ambition, dictated by that almost cavalier disregard for one's own well-being, are over.

Beyond Materialism: The Dawn of a New Value Reality makes some quite compelling descriptions of how the world is changing and the concerns and priorities of one generation that have become very different over the years. 

It has gone on to affect concepts of work-life balance and mental health for generations, but above all, one can foster deep meaningful relationships. At the very heart of this fact lies a much deeper change in the conventional definition of success. 

Getting to achieve material possessions, people come to understand that inner peace ought to be born from the inside and is possible only if a person is holistic. 

On top of that, personal growth, mental well-being, and the concept of meaningful relationships are moved to the very front of what leading a good life looks like.

World Connectivity, Feeling Disconnected: The connectivity that globalization has brought into our lives is full of experiences, but at the same time, it has also initiated us to have a chance to witness negativity and comparison in performance from around the globe. Inner peace equips humans abundantly with emotional intelligence, which is important in manoeuvring challenges without pressure and envy.

How do we bring inner peace into daily life?

When one starts mindfulness practices, like meditation or breathing techniques, one observes the thoughts and feelings without any form of judgment or bias. 


Gratitude is the powerful practice that sets in moments to reflect consciously on appreciation of the many positive features of our lives, little or big in scale, that will redirect us away from what we do not have towards all the plenty that lies at our fingertips. 

It changes the way one sees the world and brings a sense of rest, a feeling of peace deep within the heart. 

Self-compassion means treating oneself exactly as one would treat a good friend with as much care and support as possible. One needs to let bygones be gone by forgiving oneself for all the wrong things done. 

That is said because your worth of being who you are is beyond your achievements and failures but in your uniqueness of soul at the core.

 Healthy relationships and work boundaries help save a lot of time and energy. 

All these taken together result in enabling a person to focus on the main crucial tasks, freeing an individual from stress and becoming calm at the end of a work-life state.


Nature Connectedness: When one is in a natural set-up it is quite a silent experience to be there. This makes one feel very replenished. If a human being can feel this stillness in a natural setup, then all the pressure and nervousness an individual experiences must be easily whisked off to give a person total relaxation. This contact finally leads to tranquillity and increased levels of well-being.

Chasing Your Passion: If we do something for which we have passion, it will fill our inner self with delight and satisfaction. It adds to the richness and energy within us and gives us some unexplainable feeling of great happiness, delight, and satisfaction. and fulfilment deep inside.

 Inner Peace is meaning, purpose, and contentment, It's an ongoing journey with ebbs and flows. Doubtless among those will be moments of stress and negativity, just as there will be those of profound peace and joy. Far from being a selfish pursuit, inner peace enables you to be there, patient, and loving in your relationships.

This inner peace endows one with the strength to face the blows of life and yet remain a source of strength and resilience to others who are weaker to face challenges. That is to mean, making a contribution toward the general good mission that human beings will have in this life—a better and more peaceful life.😊

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