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We are now living in a very uncertain environment. What we accustomed consider normal isn't any longer. This pandemic shifted the equilibrium point. We must adapt if we are to cope with this new normal. It's easy to get flustered in the maze.

Nature teaches us a lot about how to strengthen our personal resilience. When you look at how certain plants survive fire and then recover, because of the fire, buried seeds can now bloom and thrive. And seeing that environment green after everything that the fire has wrecked serves as a continual reminder to us as humans. We may feel disappointed with the circumstances that have brought us here. Yet there are things within us that will allow us to rise again. There will be unpleasant things that happen, but goodness may also arise from this. When we encounter grief, suffering, or a setback, it just serves as a reminder that there is a crucial aspect to us. You will be able to grow stronger if you are grounded in your beliefs, surrounded by a community that supports you, and accomplish things that are aligned with your own purpose. When faced with difficult circumstances, I suppose we must all cultivate a positive attitude in order to survive and grow.

Nature may offer us hope if we are willing to absorb the lessons it teaches us. And, of course, I don't believe you can learn from an environment in which you are not engaged. This pandemic serves as a reminder that we are all interconnected. You should recognize that when we suffer, we suffer equally. The virus has no limits and is unaware of hierarchies. Everyone is affected in the same manner, regardless of where they reside. We may erect artificial barriers between ourselves, but we are all connected.

I believe it is just a reminder to people that we all share the same planet. We are all affected by it. If we are to go forward and flourish, we must provide space for all of us to cooperate. We are more likely to fail as a society if we do not collaborate. It is quite simple to become preoccupied with oneself. We are surrounded by humans. When we find ourselves vulnerable, we seek the assistance of others. If I, as a person, wish to progress, I must bring more people with me. Subsequently, I have an obligation to do good.

To be a human means acknowledging that we have a responsibility to be good, both to ourselves and those around us. 

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I'm not aware of any specific definition of simple life that applies to everyone. Depending on what is feasible for you, I believe you can live thoughtfully and sustainably almost everywhere.

True contentment does not come from material possessions, nor does it come from travelling to new locations and having fresh interesting experiences on a consistent basis. There's a little more to it than that, though. It's part of the life journey, I believe, in which we continue to figure out what makes us happy. Self-discovery and selflessness are two practices that must be developed to experience joy. There is no quick way to get rid of sadness; instead, I've realized that cultivating joy necessitates taking care of it, allowing it to develop, and keeping a close eye on it.

It may not always provide the abundance you desire, but given time - perhaps next year - it will. The key is to understand that nothing stays the same for too long. The seasons change and so will you. It is difficult to know where your life will take you in the future. I could never have imagined myself here, sharing my thoughts.

Over time, you'll discover what actually makes you happy: everyday events and the delight of simple living. To feel like your life is a success, you no longer need to travel or acquire things. The pleasant aroma of tea, on the other hand, is enough to make any day almost perfect. Seeing the world from diverse perspectives inspires me to shift my perception and embrace the small moments of life as what is truly meaningful and full of life. We may build contentment in the rhythms of everyday life by discovering joy in little emotions. Life is full of routines and little events that, when exaggerated, become considerably more meaningful.  

White ceramic tea kettle and a cup

When we were children, we were asked what we wanted to be when we grew up. The expected response is frequently a profession of some sort. And we are seldom asked whether we will grow up to be kind, compassionate, or helpful, if we will be givers or takers, if we will be our own best friend, and if we would be open to the possibility that we are occasionally inaccurate in our views and that people and chances may come our way of thinking, and that people and opportunities come our way in order to challenge our minds and strengthen our souls. 

There is so much joy to be found in this world, and while we must confront the darkness, we must also encourage the light in our own hearts. I feel that peace of mind is not only attainable, but also grows in abundance once we begin to nurture it.

While we frequently aspire to be able to travel the globe on a whim, I have found that acquiring new skills and experimenting with new ideas provides long-term fulfillment. Our minds become more creative when we live simply. It brings me so much delight to look at something and realize where I can reuse it rather than put it away. And now I'm always exploring and learning about how to live a more simple life. There is an abundance of resources available, and it's an exciting to do some research and discover so many new things. There is so much that we don't use that can benefit us, and so much that we do use that can disturb us.

The concept of "Living Simply" might help you minimise a lot of stress in your life. Living a simple life does provide you with so much richness. You will have less than you did previously, but more than you could have dreamed.

That’s the essence of simple living.

 

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I recall an incident that occurred while I was visiting the plant nursery the other day. When I was there, I saw that one of the outsized trees had recently had some branches cut back. The flowers around it were damaged, and the gardener said that they were having trouble adjusting to being exposed to the light now that the shade was removed. While the plants were struggling at the time, he told me that their roots would grow deeper and their bodies would strengthen over time, and they would learn to survive in their new surroundings, even if it wasn't what they had preferred.

Nature's resilience and willingness to thrive in any circumstance never ceases to amaze me. The gardener also informed me that no matter how hard the plants tried, he was a dedicated guardian of the land, and that he would keep an eye on them if they ever needed some additional support. His remarks made me reflect on the value of a devoted connection, in this case betwen a human and a garden. I see a common belief in society in movies, literature, and on the internet. We honour those who break the pattern and do things their own way, frequently heading on an extremely individual trip free of many obligations and sometimes even their own family. In the process, they frequently learn a lot about themselves and who they are.

Many movie characters seem to pack their bags, empty their bank accounts, and go out to explore the world at random. Of course, there's nothing wrong with it, but I don't think most of us, at least not me, can do that. I can only put my own point of view. It isn't the entire truth. Personally, I believe we undervalue the beauty of a life lived in a single location with deep ties, obligations, and commitments.

Our lives are lived as much for others as for ourselves, sometimes even at the expense of our own personal goals. I'd like to honour the lifelong sacrifices that so many individuals make for others. It's lovely, in my opinion. It's acceptable if your personal dreams have to adapt based on the circumstances.

New dreams may be incredibly fulfilling. Forming ties with a location and its people, on the other hand, can provide long-term enjoyment. While living in this manner makes it more difficult to leave, there is something special about it as well. It's how most of us live. Our lives are heavily influenced by family, responsibilities or a job. That, I believe, is why we elevate the stories of individuals who live in odd ways, have strange occupations, or live in uncommon ways. I'm not implying that these individuals are wrong for living their lives in this way. If it is what brings them joy, I fully support them.

I simply wanted to take a minute to acknowledge individuals who don't have those privileges or who have put their own desires on wait for the sake of others. Of course, I understand the weight of expectations placed on you by others, and I understand that it is not always a good load to carry, and that there is a time and place to back out of obligations that are unhealthy for you.

And that is truly an amazing effort.

Regardless of our names or what the media says, we all have creative blocks.

And it feels awful whether we're gazing at blank paper, a blank canvas, or a blank screen, longing for the perfect inspiration or idea to strike us.

The creative block is a real thing.

Feeling stuck, confused, bored, and inactive are all natural and valid sensations that occur when we put pressure on ourselves to be productive, when we imagine a meaningful body of work that perfectly reflects our potential and, ultimately, it does not come easy. Believe me, I've been there. But do you know what isn't real? Our unrealistic expectations of our own abilities are incorrect.

A masterpiece will not appear from our imagination on our canvas. A completely constructed novel will not flow easily from our fingers.

When we're artistically stuck, we're irritated because we're waiting for the right moment or inspiration to arrive, which never does. Do you know what we're not doing? In fact, make anything. We avoid the one action that will result in any development by focusing on our lack of inspiration, which is why a creative block is simply procrastination.

So, how do we break past that stumbling block and begin putting ourselves back into our creative work? I realize it's easier said than done, but here's what helps.

GET STARTED NOW.

You know those individuals who appear to be very efficient, productive, and talented all at the same time?

They could finish a full-length novel in a month while we struggle over a few pages. While those individuals are great, what distinguishes them is not that they are creative geniuses and you are not — it is that they delve in and do it.

If they appear to be working at a rapid rate, it's because they're skipping the phase when they pause and wait for magic to strike. Everyone works at their own speed, and while it is true that quality takes time, the best moment to begin is always right now. We don't have to be a creative machine or a creative genius to get started; we just have to start. 

STICK TO A ROUTINE.

Since I've been willing to create art, I've wanted to experiment with different materials. And I still haven't done it. Ironically, it is not due to a lack of ideas – I have various approaches at any one time, all battling for brain space and the opportunity to be created.

The issue is failing to follow through. I've completed a series of sketches and portraits. And finishing them always felt great. Everything I may have encountered during the creation process, everything Why did I go through with that, but not with this? It's easy since I kept going.

You don't have to be working on a masterpiece to produce a final result; simply keep working.

Making a creative endeavor a part of our routine is the greatest way to stick with it. Every day, setting aside time to write, sketch, or record our progress will work. Even if we don't get much done at first, we're developing a habit, and if creative time becomes a subconscious part of our routine, we will keep our own commitment to making progress every day.

PUT A STOP TO YOUR SELF-DOUBT.

One of the most important barriers to creation is our own minds. Negative ideas may come in and disrupt our creative flow in the same way that our brain shuts us down before we start working and tells us we're blocked.

Perhaps we never pause to consider if we're creating something important, whether anybody will recognize or even notice our work, or whether we're even skilled in the first place. If not, we're incredible and we should keep creating recklessly. But, if we do experience those brief moments of self-doubt, burnout, or harmful ideas, we need to remember that they are normal.

We're both modest and human. And we should not let that hold us back. We must trust our creative efforts and remind us of our negative ideas, to shut up in the kindest way possible.

REFLECT.

When we're dealing with creative blocks and procrastination, simply starting and continuing to work may go a long way. If we've been working on a project and are still feeling creatively stuck, What we must do is take a step back.Take a pause. Creativity, like any other project or activity, requires relaxation times for both our body and mind.

Allow ourselves time to enjoy other aspects of life, such as friends and family, a nice book, a day outside, or a night on the sofa, and then return to our creative habits when we're ready.

In the meantime, maybe we'll discover that missing creative inspiration.

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Plants always make us better and happier because everything that slows us down and forces patience, everything that sets us back into the slow circles of nature, is a help. 

Even though I have always been close to nature, I still manage to surround myself with as many plants as possible. I tend to get them every chance I get. Even though gardening is a pretty low-key, humbling hobby to have, but your garden is your own sanctuary. Only you recognize a new leaf on a particularly difficult plant or new buds on a crop that you thought wasn't going to make it. With just a little bit of water and a seed, you get to create your own little thriving planet. Gardening is a humble, thankless hobby that will teach you how to be responsible for the earth. Nurturing life gives us a purpose and it is rewarding, actually, to see a living thing thriving and blooming even with a little care. As it's always been said, "One who plants a garden - plants happiness". And, in my opinion, this is true in every sense. I still remember someone once telling me that nurturing so many lives is not an ordinary job and I couldn't agree more. Every plant is different and so are its requirements. However, being close to nature or growing plants yourself is a healing process. Plants offers us a greater ability to pay attention to life, a stronger kinship with the natural world, and a greater capacity to love.

If you invest time in learning how to grow plants, you will, without a doubt, enhance your life with new insights, appreciation, and understanding. 

Want to discover the top tips for growing your own garden naturally, easily, and quickly? An e-book is available now. Learn how in this report. Organic Gardening Tips.  

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The feeling of beings surrounded by the nature is incredible. You don't need to go through a huge load of cash or do luxurious things to encounter the straightforward delights of life. Similarly, you don't need to behave like you have everything in perfect order when somewhere inside you realize that you just need assistance and healing. In some cases, to encounter the best that life has to bring to the table, we need to initially accept that we are broken somehow or another. It's OK to accept that you're having an intense season and that you need assistance. There is no disgrace in being true with yourself. There is only comforting and solace in that. Our spirit is our general existence.

Soul care isn't self centered. The more you deal with yourself, the more you'll have the option to deal with others.

Take a walk in the nature. This is an incredible method to alleviate pressure and remove your brain from the prompt issues. When I'm by myself surrounded by beautiful plants, i feel like I'm transported into a different world. The serenity around me truly places into perspective the turmoil that I have in my life. Go for a stroll in the nature and notice plants and the environmental factors. Frequent strolls in nature are useful for your spirit. You'll figure out how to see the value in this delightful planet that you live on and this lovely single life that you have.



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It took me a long time to realize this. However long we are wanting for things to transform, they won't ever will. However long we're needing ourselves to improve, we will not. However long we have a direction toward the future, we can never unwind into what we already have or what we already are.
One of the most profound habitual pattern that we have is to feel that what we are doing right now isn't sufficient. We recollect the previous memories or thoughts a a lot, which possibly was superior to now, or maybe more terrible. We likewise think ahead a lot to the future—which we may fear—continually holding out trust that it very well may be somewhat better compared to now. Regardless of whether everything is going well in the present —we have great well being and we've met the perfect individual, or landed the position we needed. But there's a profound inclination consistently to consider how it will be later. We don't exactly give ourselves full kudos for who we are in the present.It's not difficult to trust that things will improve because of contemplation, that we will not have such awful tempers any longer or we will not have dread any longer or individuals will like us more than they do now. Or then again perhaps none of those things are issues for us, however we believe we aren't sufficiently profound. Doubtlessly we will associate with that conscious, splendid, holy world that we will discover through reflection. 

In all that we read, regardless of whether it's way of thinking or dharma books or brain research. There's the ramifications that we're trapped in some sort of little point of view and that in the event that we just did the right things, we'd start to interface with a greater world, a vaster world, not quite the same as the one we're in at this point.
There won't be some valuable future time when every one of the last details will be restricted. Something that keeps us miserable is this persistent looking for delight or security, looking for somewhat more agreeable circumstance, either at the homegrown level or at the profound level or at the degree of mental peace. As long as we're needing to be more slender, more intelligent, more edified, less uneasy, or whatever it very well may be, some way or another we're continually going to be moving toward our concern with exactly the same rationale that made it regardless: we're not sufficient. That is the reason the habitual pattern never loosens up itself when we're attempting to improve, in light of the fact that we go about it in the very same constant style that made all the torment start.
This is the reason it's being said, "Surrender any expectation of fulfillment."
 "Realization" infers that at a future time we will feel better. There is another word, which is open—to have an open heart and receptive outlook. This is situated especially to the present. The essential guidance is consistently about being conscious right now. That is the thing that there is to awaken to.
 Actually there's nothing that you think or feel that by one way or another gets placed in the classification of "wrong doing." There's nothing that we can think or feel that gets placed in the classification of "awful." There's nothing that we can think or feel that gets placed in the class of "wrong." It's all acceptable stuff—the fertilizer of awakening, the excrement of accomplishing edification, A way of living in the present moment.

So what should be the best way to live ? Quit battling against the way that things are getting past us. Quit battling against the way that nothing's strong in any case and things don't last. Realizing that can give us a great deal of room and a ton of room if we make peace with it as opposed to shouting and battling against it.

One thing we must not forget is that every day may not be a good day, but there is good in every day.

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