Something wonderful begins to happen with the simple realization that life, like an automobile, is driven from the inside out, not the other way around. As you focus more on becoming more peaceful with where you are, rather than focusing on where you would rather be, you begin to find peace right now, in the present. Then, as you move around, try new things, and meet new people, you carry that sense of inner peace with you. It's absolutely true that, "Wherever you go, there you are. . Richard Carlson
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When we think of a car, we focus on all the parts of a car and how they function. We may focus on the engine, but rarely do we consider how the car is built. Similarly, when we think about life, we tend to focus on the things that have happened to us and how those events have changed us as people. However, when we stop paying attention to those events and simply become aware of all that is going on around us, we can see that those events are simply a part of our journey through life.

The important thing is how you react to those events. If you spend your time focusing on all that has happened to you, then that is exactly what will happen to you. Instead, if you learn to focus on the present moment and let go of everything else, then everything else will begin to work itself out naturally.

Source: Dont Sweat The Small Stuff ... And Its All Small Stuff: Simple Ways To Keep The Little Things From Taking Over Your Life

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