There are a lot of things happening in the world that you can’t be responsible for. But where you focus the mind, what you do with the mind is your responsibility.

"For the time being, try to put everything else aside. Just you with your breath: breath coming in, breath going out.

This is one area where you can be responsible. There are a lot of things happening in the world that you can’t be responsible for. But where you focus the mind, what you do with the mind: That is your responsibility. So make the most of it."

~ Thanissaro Bhikkhu "Life without Regret"

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