No other book or scripture influenced Gandhi, shaped his character, and transformed his life as profoundly and permanently as the Bhagavad Gita. This quote from the Bhagavad Gita is a reminder to focus on the process of doing something rather than worrying about the outcome. You control the action, but the outcome is not always in your hands. For example, imagine you are studying for an important exam. You can only control the amount of effort and time you put into studying, but you cannot control the grade you receive. If you focus on the process of learning to the best of your ability and do not worry too much about the outcome, you will be less stressed and more...
Laura Ingalls Wilder, the renowned author of the Little House series, demonstrated a fearless attitude towards some of the harshest and inhospitable conditions on earth, such as the unforgiving soil, Indian territories, Kansas prairies, and the humid backwoods of Florida. She did not let these challenges dampen her spirit or make her cynical because she viewed them as adventures. She saw every place as an opportunity to experience something new and approach each obstacle with a positive and persevering pioneer spirit. This does not imply that she was delusional or viewed the world through rose-colored glasses. Instead, she chose to perceive situations for what they could be with hard work and a positive outlook. Conversely, some people may choose to...
A popular saying about revenge advises one to dig two graves before embarking on a journey of revenge due to its high cost and the toll it can take on the avenger. However, Marcus Aurelius had a more straightforward and accurate approach. He believed letting go and leaving the wrongdoer to their deeds is better. He practiced what he preached, as evidenced by his response to Avoids Cassius's rebellion, one of his most trusted generals who declared himself emperor. Marcus used this event to teach the Roman people and the Roman Senate how to handle civil strife with compassion and forgiveness instead of seeking vengeance. When Cassius was assassinated, Marcus supposedly wept instead of rejoicing, showing that his approach differed...
Does it seem like everything you do to get your man back ends up blowing up in your face? Like the harder you try, the more you push him away? Why is it so easy for him to walk away from all you had? Why can't he see how much you love him and how happy you will be together if he gives things another chance? And the more you reach out for him, the more you push him away. Any logical arguments, convincing or even pleading, only solidify his resolve to walk away. But here’s something that DOES work, and it will work with just about any guy: Emotional Triggers. Triggering certain feelings and deep emotions will...
