How do I know I am getting better at the art of living? How do I know I am living a happier and more fulfilling life?

→ Seneca has a thought on this…

“What progress, you ask, have I made? I have begun to be a friend to myself.”

I like this a lot. It keeps it simple and to the point.

I don’t want to be rich or famous, not as a priority anyway, because neither of these things will bring me inner peace and happiness.

No, what I want more than anything else is to be a better friend to myself. 🫂

If I can get better at that every minute of every day for the rest of my life, then I know it is inevitable that I will be rich in one way or another. As for fame, if that is a byproduct of my commitment to this path then so be it.

The other part of this, and the other quote that I bungled was on relinquishing expectation.

“Happiness Equals Reality Minus Expectations”

―Tom Magliozzi

Personally I think this is one of the most powerful ointments that we can apply to that the piercing feeling of pressure or overwhelm. 😰

When you don’t feel like you’re moving forward, or you feel like it is all becoming too much, remember these 2 measuring sticks to remind yourself of exactly where you are at.

* Am I becoming a better friend to myself?

* Am I relinquishing my expectations to accept what is?

If you can answer yes to both of these, then you’re living beautifully - keep going!

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