The Mindset Mentor

How To Stop Suffering: The Key To Relieve Stress & Anxiety

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Aug 21, 2023
Explore the intricate nature of suffering and its connection with longing, lack, and loss. Discover how unfulfilled desires can lead to mental anguish and the importance of self-acceptance. Learn why chasing material wealth often leads to discontent rather than happiness. Embrace the art of letting go and accepting your current reality to reduce stress and anxiety. Unlock the keys to finding peace and joy within yourself, taking control of your journey toward fulfillment.
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INSIGHT

Suffering Is Internal

  • Suffering is inevitable, a basic human fact according to Buddhism.
  • It stems from internal conflict, not just external pain, unlike animals.
INSIGHT

Longing and External Validation

  • Longing, the first 'L', is the desire for external things we believe will complete us.
  • Advertisements exploit this by making us feel inadequate without their products.
ANECDOTE

Happiness vs. Wealth

  • Rob Dial knows a billionaire who, despite material wealth, remains deeply unhappy.
  • Conversely, he's met impoverished people in developing countries who are joyful.
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