"It is important to realize that tranquillity is less of a destination than a manner of traveling."
Sitting in medatative contemplation is what is usually conjured up in the minds of those who understand tranquillity in a very limited way. While it is true that one can seek to find tranquillity via a quiet inward search, it is just as true that functional tranquillity is that which assists us in our moment by moment walk through this life.
Functional tranquillity is a realization that we are responsible for the quality of our journey. We can make it adventuresome--rather than drudgery. We can look on adversity as a challenge--rather than a defeat.
Belief in ourselves; creating opportunities rather than waiting for them to present themselves; acceptance of the journey of others; focusing on the diversity of truth rather than the interest of one person, one group, or one race; having the confidence to disagree with the opinions of others; doing your best to make the most of yourself....these are the multifarious benefits of tranquillity.
The rich blessings tranquillity offers to those who would seek to learn and live in Tao are awaiting our acceptance and reception.
We all live in the same hectic world--our religious paradigm determines how we relate to it. Tao offers tranquillity for the journey, not harsh self-righeous judgment of others as they strive to find their way.
Our tranquillity and our happiness depend on ourselves. How goes your journey?
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