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To successfully transition from desire to intention, we must eliminate false desires, a process where we confront our innate wants and ultimately align our actions to realize them. Rather than chasing goals, we can open ourselves to receiving what is meant for us, gravitating toward these ambitions naturally.
The Importance of Bodily Surrender
The final principle emphasizes the idea of bodily surrender. Unlike animals that instinctively react to their needs, humans often generate undue anxiety, complicating our lives. We develop a tendency to overthink, fixate on fears, or project anxieties about the future.
To combat this self-imposed suffering, a technique of four steps can be of assistance:
- Acknowledge your feelings. Accept their existence without judgment.