09/13/2025
😊This resonates with Khempo’s teaching this week.
😊Temporary happiness vs true happiness.
😊Chasing all the external sources of pleasure, thinking if I do/have/buy/get/eat/drink “X”, I will be happy.
😊 Usually, this makes us happy for a very short time. Then we want more (or something else) to fill the void.
😊 More often than not, the end result is suffering.
Too often we think of health as simply not being sick. But true health is something much deeper…
It’s waking up with energy, being able to think clearly, and feeling strong enough to handle whatever life throws at you.
The challenge is that the things that steal our health often bring short-term pleasure: the sugary snack, the extra glass of wine, the late night scrolling. They give us a quick hit of dopamine, but they quietly rob us of vitality, focus, and longevity.
The real work of health is choosing differently - fueling your body with real, nourishing foods… moving every day… prioritizing sleep… managing stress. These choices don’t always feel easy in the moment. They can even feel like sacrifices.
But every time you choose long-term wellness over short-term pleasure, you’re building a foundation for a life filled with energy, clarity, and resilience. That’s the hardest choice you can make, but also the most powerful one.
Your health is your greatest investment. And the returns compound every single day.
