Cultivate a mindset of nonattachment from "summary" of The Antidote by Oliver Burkeman
One of the most powerful tools for achieving peace of mind, according to many ancient philosophies and modern self-help gurus, is the practice of nonattachment. This is the idea that we should strive to let go of our attachment to outcomes, possessions, and even our own identities. By cultivating a mindset of nonattachment, we can free ourselves from the constant cycle of desire and dissatisfaction that so often plagues our lives. Nonattachment is not about indifference or apathy. It doesn't mean that we should stop caring about our goals or the people in our lives. Rather, it is about recognizing that attachment is the root of suffering. When we become too attached to a particular outcome, we set ourselves up for disappointment and frustration if things don't go as planned. By letting go of our attachment to specific outcomes, we can open ourselves up to a greater sense of peace and acceptance. The practice of nonattachment can also help us to break free from the endless pursuit of material possessions. In a consumer-driven society that constantly bombards us with messages about the th...
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