I think we all share the habit of the "if only I had........then I would be happy." I know that I find myself doing it all the time. Postponing happiness until x, y or z happens. I have been working lately to remind myself that if past history is any indicator (and it surely is) x, y, and z bring their own set of problems and reasons to be discontent.
There is no magical bullet. That new purse, car, relationship, job, pay raise....will NOT make me happy if I'm not happy now.
However, like all old, well-honed habits, this one is going to take awhile to break and need constant diligance. Every time my mind seeks something outside myself with a tiny (or voracious) hope that it will bring true happiness....I need to gently remind it that nothing outside myself can bring me the peace of mind and utter joy I so desire.
Only by letting go of these external circumstances and realizing the truth that peace can only be found by looking within, will I realize the joy I seek.
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