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Find joy in the simple act of being from "summary" of The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle
When you act out of present-moment awareness, whatever you do becomes imbued with a sense of quality, care, and love - even the most simple action. When you can keep your attention in the now, you will always find joy in the simple act of being. It is not the action you perform that is of primary importance, but the degree of presence that you bring to it. In our society, the emphasis is often placed on achieving goals, attaining success, and accumulating possessions. However, true joy can only be found in the present moment, not in some future goal or material possession. When you can fully inhabit the present moment, you will discover that joy arises naturally from within you. The simplest things in life can bring us the greatest joy when we approach them with presence and awareness. Whether it is taking a walk in nature, savoring a meal, or simply breathing in and out, when you are fully present, the joy of being alive can be felt in every fiber of your being. It is not the complexity of the activity that matters, but the degree of presence you bring to it. When you are fully present in the now, you are no longer seeking happiness in the future or trying to escape the present moment. You are content with what is, because you are connected to the deeper dimension of life that is beyond the egoic mind. In this state of presence, you can find joy in the most mundane activities, because you are no longer looking for fulfillment outside of yourself.- You are free from the burden of the past and the worry of the future. You are no longer identified with the constant stream of thoughts in your mind, but are rooted in the stillness and peace that underlies all of existence. In this state of presence, joy arises spontaneously from within you, because you have tapped into the source of true happiness - the essence of who you are.
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