knows that when we take up more difficult
tasks, when we have to overcome the
obstacles, we get a sense of discomfort.
And the mind is here to help us process our
complaints. It doesn’t want us to go for things
we mostly enjoy, because then we might get
too engaged in the process and stop thinking.
When it comes to spiritual development,
finding a shortcut is a trick on its own. After
the initial calling towards self-discovery,
there’s normally quite a long way to self-
realization. And the timing doesn’t depend
upon us. We simply entertain ourselves with
whatever practices we use until the time
comes.
These practices can make us more balanced,
calm and content, or they can make us more
miserable, proud and judgmental. But they
don’t lead us to self-realisation.
So, doing yoga or meditation for the sake of
getting enlightened is a false idea. It’s much
better to let yourself enjoy what you naturally
love to do than constantly punish yourself with
hard tasks expecting the return to pay off.