Do not fall for the "Shiny Object" syndrome!
What appears as on Object, Physical , Tangible -
these are temporary and transient and Out of Control
What appears as Intangible, Invisible, Subjective-
these are Permanent , Steady and Within Control!
Please read on and internalize what the Great Stoic Master Epictetus has to say: Have a great Day ahead!
We ought to exercise ourselves daily
against Appearances!
(Eknath Eswaran calls Shiny Objects as Name and Form - Nama - Roopa in Sanskrit)
I have gained money
have lost Money
I have gained Position
Have lost Position
I have been recognized by the Boss
Have been condemned by the Boss
These are the things beyond the Power of Will
Neither good Nor Evil
(So then what is Good?)
To bear the condemnation bravely- graciously
and to take recognition magnanimously - humbly!
That is a thing within the power of Will
To be capable of endurance in Hardship
and Happy while you are suffering!
That is a thing within the power of Will