Often we believe that we need certain things to keep our own inner happiness stable.

Often we believe that we need certain things to keep our own inner happiness stable. Whilst having certain physical or emotional connections around us can lift our spirits and bring joy and pleasure to our lives, they are not responsible for providing us with happiness or a deep sense of internal peace.

In fact, the attachments we place on things are a direct link to our suffering, not a link to happiness.

We hold on to things that feel familiar whether it be relationships or material possessions and we find comfort in them. We place a great deal of pressure on things outside of our self to create our own happiness, instead of taking responsibility for creating the happiness within.