There are two worlds sitting alongside one another. From one you can see the other but not vice-versa.
One world concerns the never-ending chase for more and is driven by the ego.
A world full of comparison and the resulting unnecessary unhappiness and stress.
This is the world of shiny things. A world of bigger is better.
This is the world that puts unimportant things above important things.
The material world where shows of wealth (often backed by debt) are more important than true wealth.
Where income and conspicuous consumption are more important than net worth and being rich enough.
This is the world of waste.
In this world thoughts about the past and future take over the now.
Life is not lived in the present but is a constant stream of should-have-beens and only-whens.
It is the world of the never satisfied.
It is the world of waiting.
The true shining beauty of nature is lost … a backdrop to the shiny trinkets.
Nature is only assigned value when it can be owned, framed, bought and sold.
But why not just take a walk through that beauty.
The sea view is just as good (if not better) from this kayak bobbing on the waves as it is from the clifftop multi-million dollar second home.
Stepping into this other world
So we come to the other world. The world of joy in the simplest things:
- clean cold water
- a comfy bed
- the warmth of a fire
- good company
- good books
- good music
- beautiful ever-changing nature
Where enough is more desirable than more.
Where right here and now are enjoyed and experienced regardless.
Where depth is more valuable than what is on show.
Where integrity is more important than what others think of you (there will be so many different opinions anyway).
Where awareness of what is truly important highlights a beautiful and wonderful world and puts a spotlight on the madness of not protecting it.
In this world everything of value is already yours to experience.
You feel true peace and true joy.
Laugh out loud moments and a tendency to smile.
You can be truly happy for your friends and family, enjoy their successes, and be truly present to listen. There is no comparison.
You have enough and you understand what makes you happy and fulfilled.
You have time and wealth in abundance. This world is friendly and helpful. Life is a dance.
What does success look like in this world, for it is not measured in the same way:
Openness, calmness, balance, joy, and energy flow through you and into the world, affecting those around you.
You have experienced amazing places and grown the skills that matter to you.
You have a balanced life that has time for those close to you, time for your health, time for joy, time for beauty, time for learning, and time for creating.
Step into this world and you will be rich enough.