The meditative practice of calming turbulent thoughts and resting in a state of tranquility is called "Samatha"; "Vipassana" is the process of realizing the nature or essence of the mind. Whether practicing "Samatha" or "Vipassana," the most important thing is to know how to settle the mind—to remain relaxed, open, and natural. In fact, it is impossible to keep oneself in a state of no-thought; The true achievement of meditation is not the absence of thought, but not being disturbed by it.
In life, no one is successful in everything or shines everywhere. Tell yourself to be more composed; by maintaining a calm and simple mindset, you will find happiness. No one knows when pain or worry will appear, so all we can do is be our best and cherish what we have. Regardless of future difficulties or unpleasantness, we should meet life with sincerity and openness.
Orchids in a deep valley do not lose their fragrance just because no one visits; this is a form of detachment. Plum blossoms in a corner do not lose their scent even without sunlight; this is elegance. Water flows around rocks instead of struggling against them; this is humility. In this life, one does not need to fight for everything. By broadening our hearts, letting go of trivialities, reducing desires, and increasing contentment, we can live more freely and easily.
Whether in a good or bad situation, our experience is largely shaped by our attitude toward our circumstances.
Change is the eternal theme of life. Life will not always adapt to you, but you must learn to adapt to life. Survival of the fittest.
I once dreamed of only smelling the fragrance of flowers without worrying about joy or sorrow, reading books and drinking tea, living in the moment. Let the sunshine be a little warmer, and let life be a little slower.