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Embrace the impermanence of life from "summary" of Be As You Are by Sri Ramana Maharshi
The impermanence of life is a fundamental truth that we must come to terms with. Everything in this world is subject to change, decay, and ultimately, death. This impermanence is not something to be feared or resisted, but something to be accepted and embraced. When we resist impermanence, we suffer. We cling to things that are fleeting, hoping to find security and permanence in a world that is constantly shifting and changing. This clinging only leads to more suffering, as we are inevitably faced with loss, disappointment, and the pain of separation. To embrace the impermanence of life is to accept the nature of reality as it is. It is to recognize that everything is transient, and that holding on to things only causes us more pain. When we let go of our attachments and e...
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