“If we can model the ability to embody nonfear and nonattachment, it is more precious than any money or material wealth. Fear spoils our lives and makes us miserable. We cling to objects and people, like a drowning person clings to any object that floats by. By practicing nonattachment and sharing this wisdom with others, we give the gift of nonfear. Everything is impermanent. This moment passes. The object of our craving walks away, but we can know happiness is always possible. Intoxicants”
― Fear: Essential Wisdom for Getting Through the Storm
― Fear: Essential Wisdom for Getting Through the Storm
“Fear keeps us focused on the past or worried about the future. If we can acknowledge our fear, we can realize that right now we are okay. Right now, today, we are still alive, and our bodies are working marvelously. Our eyes can still see the beautiful sky. Our ears can still hear the voices of our loved ones.”
― Fear: Essential Wisdom for Getting Through the Storm
― Fear: Essential Wisdom for Getting Through the Storm
Ivan’s 2025 Year in Books
Take a look at Ivan’s Year in Books, including some fun facts about their reading.
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Art, Biography, Classics, Crime, Fantasy, Fiction, Horror, Memoir, Music, Non-fiction, Philosophy, Poetry, Psychology, Religion, Science, Science fiction, Spirituality, and Travel
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