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That is why those who seek stillness must come to . . . * Develop a strong moral compass. * Steer clear of envy and jealousy and harmful desires. * Come to terms with the painful wounds of their childhood. * Practice gratitude and appreciation for the world around them. * Cultivate relationships and love in their lives. * Place belief and control in the hands of something larger than themselves. * Understand that there will never be "enough" and that the unchecked pursuit of more ends only in bankruptcy.

In these situations we must: * Be fully present. * Empty our mind of preconceptions. * Take our time. * Sit quietly and reflect. * Reject distraction. * Weigh advice against the counsel of our convictions. * Deliberate without being paralyzed.

stillness. To be steady while the world spins around you. To act without frenzy. To hear only what needs to be heard. To possess quietude--exterior and interior--on command.