Theoretically there is a perfect possibility of happiness: believing in the indestructible element in oneself and not striving towards it.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Believing in an indestructible element inside you brings perfect happiness without striving.
- In plain terms
- Trust your inner strength and stop trying to be happy.
- What can you take from it?
- Happiness comes from belief not effort.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What is your inner element?
- Does striving help you?
Another view
Some struggle is part of growth.
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