The great arises out of small things that are honored and cared for. Everybody's life really consists of … - Eckhart Tolle

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The biggest sacrifice to me is to not be in an atmosphere where I can keep writing and moving forward.

Eckhart Tolle

The great arises out of small things that are honored and cared for. Everybody's life really consists of small things. Greatness is a mental abstraction and a favorite fantasy of the ego. The paradox is that the foundation for greatness is the honoring of small things of the present moment instead of pursuing the idea of greatness.

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Here is a new spiritual practice for you: don't take your thoughts too seriously.

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Stop looking outside for scraps of pleasure or fulfillment, for validation, security, or love - you have a treasure within that is infinitely greater than anything the world can offer.

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