We often say, “God controls everything,” but do we live by that belief? While we profess that outcomes are in divine hands, our actions suggest otherwise.
We strive relentlessly, fueled by desire, and suffer deeply when results don’t align with our expectations. Isn’t this a contradiction?
Consider someone working tirelessly to land their dream job. They may claim to trust in divine will, yet their peace depends entirely on getting the offer. If the job doesn’t come through, they feel crushed, angry, or hopeless.
This trust in a higher power becomes hollow when emotional well-being hinges on a specific outcome.
This attachment is the root of psychological torment. When our desires drive us, they create a cycle of expectation, disappointment, and frustration.
We might even find ourselves in emotional turmoil, lashing out or losing peace of mind.
Imagine trying to hold water in your hands. The tighter you grip, the more it slips away. Desire works the same way—the stronger our attachment to results, the more unstable and reactive we become.
The key isn’t in suppressing desire or blindly attributing outcomes to God. It lies in understanding the nature of our attachment.
Can we observe our thoughts and feelings without judgment? Can we question why we place so much of our happiness on achieving specific goals?
Only through such awareness can we move beyond contradiction and discover a sense of peace that isn’t tied to results.
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