I wrote the following document about 2 years ago. It sits on the first page of each of my journals - I copy it over each time I start a new one.
Sharing it with a few people in the past felt like a deeply intimate act. I felt so close to the person; like they knew the essence of me.
Can’t say exactly why, but I wanted to share here. 🤷🏼♂️🙂 -
I am writing this document as a way to express the principles by which I want to make decisions in my life.
It is meant to articulate my personal ethos, so that I can act in consonance with it in times of turmoil or confusion.
Prioritize meditation, yoga, and spiritual growth above all else.
Focus on what is most important, at the cost of what is very important.
Consciously avoid acting from fear.
Strive for depth in all areas - relationship, learning, work.
Invest time in artistic and creative pursuits.
Care for the space around you. Live in cared-for spaces.
Spend time in nature, away from cities and people.
Try to read and write everyday.
Exercise, and care for the body.
Express non-violently, and help others express their greatest needs.
Nurture and deepen relationships.
Be financially independent, in that it is never necessary to ask other people for resources.
Cultivate playfulness and curiosity where and whenever you can.
Be unaffected by trivial things, and other peoples’ opinions.
Share what you think is valuable with those around you.
Think long term, and think big, in whatever you do.
What do I want to be when I die?
Great at yoga
A sower of great people
That’s all.
❤️
Devansh
