The way to achieve a future happy state begins with the present moment. Whether one is awakened to the way to practise which will ensure that the future will be better, whether the mind can be calmer, whether life goals can be attained or not, depend solely on the state of mind in this moment. Is happiness in life possible with wealth or health, or wealth and health? You have to carefully analyse what life means to you and decide, once and for all, what it is that you want out of this life.
If it is health that you seek, be prepared to work for good health; if it is wealth, it may not be so simple, but it is still attainable; if it is both health and wealth that you are seeking, then you must be prepared for harder work and greater effort—but they are still attainable for many. Would a life of health and wealth be what you want out of life? Then go ahead and work your way towards getting them. But consider again whether this is truly all that makes up the recipe for a happy life.
12-May-1984 (4)