Matthieu Ricard is a Buddhist monk, photographer, and author. He has lived and worked in the Himalayan region for forty years. One of the scientific test shows that he is considered the happiness man in this world. This video shares his wisdom on how mediation can train one's mind and bring closer to our true happiness.
http://vimeo.com/49587835
I enjoyed the part where he mentioned about many people thought that sensory pleasures are form of happiness. Sensory pleasures are unsubstainable. They are seen as fleeting wind, comes and goes quickily.
True happiness is timeless. It is the way of being. Inner qualities give us the ability to dealt with ups and downs of life.
The well being consists of inner peace, loving kindess, wisdom, compassion, confidence, freedom. These inner qualities that we cultivate will help us to handle the external situations better and more efficiently. Having a clear, peaceful and stable mind is important. The fitness of the mind is as important as fitness of the body. Meditation gives emotional balance and benefits to the society.
Those people who cultivates self discipline, generosity, patience, concentration, diligence, enthusiam effort and wisdom are more successful in life.
I am glad that I am slowly cultivating in this direction :) May all be well and happy.
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