INNER PEACE: My experience of achieving mental tranquility via the acceptance of what cannot be....

INNER PEACE: My experience of achieving mental tranquility via the acceptance of what cannot be changed or fixed and the release of all attachment to it

During the last month, I have been informed by both acquaintances and total strangers, "Girl, you have a GLOW in your face that I have never seen in you." "I'm sorry I have to say this, but the expression of joy on your face tells me everything I need to know." Today's blog post, if I can keep up with all the compliments, will be on the inner peace that comes from receiving such compliments. The reason I'm telling you this is because I was never really happy or able to view the world in a new light until I reached a moment in my life when I made myself a priority, let go of things that weren't helping me, and forgave those who had wronged me from the depths of my heart.

Let's put it this way: I'm not exactly where I want to be, but I'm also not the same person I was yesterday. The tiny things we do along the way to become the people we see ourselves to be add up to big changes towards the end of our lives.

Let's take a look at the meaning of "inner peace," shall we?

The term "inner peace" (also known as "peace of mind") refers to a conscious effort to maintain a sense in emotional or spiritual serenity despite the existence of possible stresses. Many people believe that being "at peace" is the same thing as being healthy (homeostasis) and that it is the opposite of being worried or nervous. They also believe that being "at peace" is a condition in which our mind operates at its best, leading to beneficial results. Hence, pleasure, happiness, and satisfaction are typically thought of as being synonymous with mental tranquility.

A state of mind that is free from the consequences of stress is referred to in a variety of ways, including peace of mind, tranquility, and serenity. In some societies, achieving inner peace is equated to reaching a higher consciousness state or enlightenment. This level of awareness or enlightenment can be attained through the practice of a variety of disciplines, including such breathing techniques, prayer, meditation, tai chi, or yoga, for instance. Several different forms of spiritual practice describe this tranquility as an awareness of one's own reality.

Inner Peace Myths

The more I read and did the things I needed to do to find my own inner peace, the more I came to the conclusion that we always but excuses in our lives to not make a change, that we put excuses for other people's behaviors by accepting the way they treat us, that we just keep holding the same toxic circle over and over again.

Those who want improvement and unity are motivated, in part, by ideas. Yet, I've realized that it's not so much the pursuit of new ideas that brings about change as much as the letting go of the old ones. To me, this was a mind-blowing epiphany. Following a long period of reflection in meditation and journaling, I realized that the nine concepts I shall describe below are the ones that we often adhere to unconsciously.

Moreover, I realized that "being present" or "being tranquil" mental retraining could only go me so far. There were many fleeting periods of peace in my life, but I couldn't help but feel as if they were painted upon a more turbulent background.

Once I relaxed my grip on these ideas, my inner calm took center stage, while the outside cacophony faded into the background.

In the following piece, we'll look at unspoken myths about life that keep us from finding peace inside.

1. A large portion of the population still holds to this idea without realizing it. It's the byproduct of our obsession with achievement and output, and it manifests as a persistent unhappiness.

Even if our egos could convince us that we need a certain sensation in order to get things done, when we are able to let go of those emotions, we discover that a good deal of our tension goes and our level of relaxation grows. If we can free ourselves from the burdensome thought that what we're doing right now is never enough, we'll be far more likely to take pleasure in the work that must be done. Because of this, we are able to increase our output significantly.

2. There's another cliche that I'm sure most of us know by heart. Even though we know that material possessions cannot buy pleasure, it is all too easy to become caught up in the chase for them instead. Recognizing when we're feeling like we need something external to make us happy is the first step in overcoming this. When we realize we're acting in this way, we have the chance to practice resisting the impulse, even if just for a moment. The more practiced we get at doing so, the less our minds will become hooked on ideas of the future for happiness, and the more readily we will find delight in the here and now.

3. Another common misconception that only serves to complicate matters. Many of us feel that we have a long way to go before we can experience true contentment inside ourselves, and we admire others who seem to have already arrived there. This causes us to assume, unconsciously, that it is a very long way from where we are right now in life and that we will have to undertake a difficult journey to get there.

Maybe we have been misled by literature into thinking that we need to undergo arduous training or some kind of journey before we can make any lasting changes to our way of thinking or behaving. Sometimes all it takes to find the peace you're after is to stop striving so hard for it, and to let go of the belief that what you want is so far away. The journey is the act of turning your previously held views on their heads.

4. I fear that if I express my true emotions, others would see me as weak. Repressing our emotions is a learned behavior that many of us pick up as we move through life. It's not unusual for emotions like anger, fear, and sadness, which are considered socially inappropriate, to have this impact. In many ways, though, we are also taught to limit the expression of positive emotions like joy and excitement. So, as adults, we are more prone to believe that others would judge us negatively if we are open and honest about who we really are.

Despite the fact that we all wish we could be more genuine, it's ironic that individuals who succeed in doing so are typically held in higher esteem.

5. It's similar to the difficulty we have finding words to describe how we feel. The aspects of our personalities that we broadcast to the world are what make up our public personas, while those we keep under wraps are what make up our private selves. If people see that you are being honest with them, they will gravitate toward you. Nevertheless, the truth is that you are so much more than either of those stories, and people will naturally be drawn to you for who you really are.

6. Our culture has an unhealthy fixation with judging others based on superficial criteria. At times of illness, we tend to take stock of our lives, assess whether or not we have the resources to be happy, and then punish ourselves for being discontent. Instead, we dwell on what's lacking in our life and then wonder why we're not happier overall. Being joyful is not a prerequisite to being human; it is only an emotion that may fluctuate in intensity and duration like any other experience.

7. There has been a major trend in the previous two decades toward emphasizing one's own development. Whilst many of these ideas have merit, they may be implemented with ill intent. Most people don't strive to better themselves because they really want to make the world a better place, but rather because they believe they are not good enough as they are.

If you break free of this mentality, you'll see that striving to improve yourself is a never-ending, exhausting process. You'll learn that you don't have to pretend to be someone else before you can love and appreciate yourself.

8. It's a tough question since it's linked to the feeling of wanting to improve yourself. Even while it is true that gratitude is crucial, this does not mean that we should go through life thinking that we owe something to everyone and everything. People who feel they must constantly prove their worth to others are a prime illustration of this kind of person. When we release the paralyzing belief that we owe a lot of money and have commitments, we may start to share what we have to others.

9. We have a propensity to associate ourselves with painful experiences from the past, which makes it hard for us to appreciate the present. We feel like we have to share these experiences with everyone we know so that they can come to know the real us and understand how they have shaped who we are now. When we finally realize that our memories and our self-doubt are not as crucial as we had previously thought, we are free to let them go.

Items that might be of assistance to you in getting started on the path toward achieving the inner peace that you are yearning for

1. To take a deep breath, just inhale and exhale normally. Breath control is a powerful tool that may be used in both yoga and meditation, and it may help you effect a mental shift. A steady companion, your breath is always there. Although the 4-7-8 breath is based on a tried-and-true yoga approach, Davis often recommends that people practice it since it can be done anywhere and at any time. As the count reaches four, seal your lips and inhale deeply through your nostrils. Hold your breath for the count of seven, then slowly release it through your lips as you count to eight. Realize that you are really surrounded by love and safety.

2. Consider yourself in the perfect environment. Another example of one of those "micropractices" that becomes easier the more you do it and has better results the clearer your eyesight is. It's very normal to struggle to pin down the specifics of your "happy place."

3. Analyze the story you're telling yourself. Consider taking a step back and examining whether or not what your brain is telling you is genuine if you find yourself spinning as a result of a perceived disappointment, aggravation, or idea that generates panic in you. If the current scenario has you feeling out of control, maybe discovering the source of the disturbance could help you feel more in command again.

4. Increased self-compassion might also be achieved by direct, positive action on oneself.

5. Create a "joy list" for yourself in case you need it in the future. By compiling a list of activities that bring you pleasure, you may refer to it in times when you feel as if you are losing control of your life. This will enable you to regain the sense of serenity that you have been searching for.

6. Have an attitude of thankfulness for all that is going on (and not happening).

7. These are the two questions you should ask yourself daily. You don't have to make each writing in your gratitude journal into a lengthy introspective reflection like it's a daily homework assignment. Ask yourself, "What made today great?" and "What am I grateful for today?" Maybe you were able to check off one of your pleasure list items.

8. Before you can help yourself, you have to help others around you. Individuals who devote their careers to the study of positive psychology are of the idea that a state of eudemonic well-being may be accomplished by cultivating the joyful emotions that arise as a direct consequence of carrying out actions that have a great deal of significance.

9. Employ adequate self-care hygiene. Activities such as maintaining a healthy diet, obtaining a enough amount of sleep, exercising, meditating, and practicing mindfulness. It's possible that doing any or all of these things will assist reinforce your mental barriers in preparation for when everything goes to hell (in your world, or in your head).

10. It's important to get in the habit of taking "the pause," so that when you find yourself reacting to a particular circumstance, you'll be better prepared to do so in a way that is more calm and collected.

11. Practice acceptance. This is the larger goal of figuring out how to be in touch with your own sense of inner calm. A lot of emphasis on the idea that acceptance is a holistic approach to having a connection with life. As a result, it's not so much about a quick exercise as it is about an approach to life.

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