TRAVEL  LIGHT  TO ENJOY THE  JOURNEY  OF  LIFE

Again, received wisdom from my mother says things can never bring you happiness. Once you've bought something, its value diminishes. At first I used to think that was not true, but in time learnt that it is one of the few truths in life. I constantly try and make an effort to not get attached to 'things' now because at the end of the day they are things. This dosen't mean don't shop, don't want....  it means realise that actual happiness cannot be attained from anything external.

Enjoy all the things you have and be grateful for it, as that too is the grace of God , but do not expect it to give you anything. I find my peace every evening as I sit by myself and watch the sun set. That is when I feel real joy. The sun sets with such ease and that is how we should be.

I would get attached to songs and smells ! Some smells can take you back in time and songs too can transport you to old memories. It is nice to remember but if we dwell on the past we are missing out on the present ; we tend to miss out on new smells and songs as we're so preoccupied with the old. We have to let go, because holding on to something does not give us ownership rights. So much baggage ! To enjoy the journey of life, travel light. In other words, practise loving detachment.