Embrace the impermanence of life from "summary" of The Book of Mirdad by Mikhail Naimy
Life is but a fleeting dream, a passing shadow, a mere breath in the vastness of eternity. It is a transient state, a temporary abode, a fleeting moment between two eternities. To cling to it with all one's might is futile, for it slips through our fingers like sand, leaving us empty-handed and disillusioned. Embracing the impermanence of life is to accept the transient nature of all things, to acknowledge that nothing lasts forever, that everything is subject to change and decay. It is to embrace the ebb and flow of existence, the cycles of birth and death, growth and decay, joy and sorrow.
To resist this natural flow is to invite suffering and discontent into our lives, for we are constantly fighting against the tide, trying to hold on to that which is meant to slip away. But when we surrender to the impermanence of life, when we let go of our attachments and expectations, we find peace and freedom in the midst of chaos and uncertainty.
Embracing impermanence is not a sign of weakness or resignation, but of strength and wisdom. It is an acknowledgment of the ultimate truth of existence, that all things must pass, that nothing is permanent or lasting. It is a recognition of the impermanence of our own selves, our bodies, our minds, our identities.
When we embrace the impermanence of life, we open ourselves up to the beauty and mystery of the present moment, to the richness and depth of experience that is always unfolding before us. We learn to appreciate the fleeting nature of all things, to cherish each moment as it comes and goes, to find joy and wonder in the ever-changing tapestry of life.
