The more we give in to our longings and cravings, the more power they have over us. They keep us agitated, anxious, and frustrated. When our desires aren’t fulfilled, when we can’t have what we want, we loop our disappointments over and over in our minds, which intensifies our unhappy feelings.
Taking ten minutes in the evening to examine your longings and cravings can set you on the path to releasing them. As you let go of your grip on “what isn’t,” you will discover a liberating sense of gratitude for what you do have in this moment. Life becomes easier and more peaceful.