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7 Ways I Found Clarity In These Uncertain Times
#1 Avoid the news
Perhaps it’s in the most uncertain times that life forces you to look inward and honestly examine your life. When we think of clarity, we recognize the significance that this state of mind can bring to one’s life. The confidence. The peace. Trust in one’s understanding of how they want to live their life — the ability to self-exam. Remaining focused while things around you seem unbalanced. Acting with belief, ignoring what must be ignored.
Tolstoy said, “The surest sign of truth is simplicity and clarity,” which is necessary during these times. He goes on, “Lie is always complicated, pretentious and wordy.”
No kidding. Over the last 12 months, I knew that I had to use this time to find clarity, despite the uncertainty all around us, more than ever.
So, how did I do it?
Well, let me tell you.
Avoid The News
Like the plague! Literally.
The Greek philosopher Heraclitus said, “Day by day, what you choose, what you think and what you do is who you become.”
It’s important to know what’s going on in the world. You certainly don’t want to get caught on those news clips outside a University, not knowing who the Vice President currently is…
