"As long as you have certain desires about how it ought to be you can't see how it is."
Simplified meaning
When you have strong feelings about how things should be, you might not notice how things actually are. Let's say you have a friend who you think should always agree with you. If you're so focused on this idea, you might miss seeing who your friend truly is and the good things they bring to the friendship. It’s like wearing glasses that make everything look a certain way; you don’t get to see the real picture.
Instead of being stuck on your wishes, try looking at what's really in front of you. For example, you may want your job to be perfect and stress-free, but if you keep thinking this way, you might overlook what your job actually offers, like supportive colleagues. By letting go of your expectations, you can appreciate what you have and make better decisions based on reality. So, being open to seeing things as they really are can help you better understand your world and yourself.
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Acceptance Awareness Buddhism Clarity Expectations Mindfulness Perspective Present moment Reality Self-awareness
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