Today, I want to discuss a crucial aspect of a fulfilling life: following your passion. It's more than just a motivational phrase; it's a fundamental truth about living authentically and harnessing your full potential.Thanks for reading Stress-Free Living!
This is cool... I love how you believe in following your passion leading to a fulfilling life, despite knowing you're not your mind.
When I first discovered I'm not my mind, I spent a lot of time thinking that what's the point of passion when passion is just an idea in the mind...lol.
It took quite some time to understand that physical, mental, emotional and spiritual reality go hand in hand. And that the purpose of knowing the spiritual truths is too enhance every aspect of your life, not to deny it
I love this reflection, Adurial! It’s such an interesting paradox, isn’t it? Realizing we’re not our mind can initially make everything—including passion—feel illusory. But, as you beautifully put it, spiritual truth isn’t about denial; it’s about integration.
And the real magic happens when we know we are not our mind—we become its master rather than its slave. Instead of being controlled by doubts, fears, or fleeting desires, we can consciously use the mind as a tool to fulfill what truly matters to us. It shifts from being a source of limitation to a source of creation.
I’d love to hear—was there a particular moment or insight that helped this understanding click for you?
Yup... it's all about learning to use the mind, rather than being used!
For me, I guess something in me didn't let me rest in complete denial. Any time I tried to use spirituality as an excuse for escapism, I could only repress my desire for expression for so long.
Whenever I would see others expressing themselves in their unique ways to the level of perfection, I would want to find my place.
An example is when I first watched Dr. Strange. Another example is when I came to know elon musk. I tried following their footprints, but it of course wouldn't work. I had to find my own way, and that's what I'm doing now.
So, what changed my understanding was repeated failure to deny my life. That made me realize that denying isn't an option. the only option would be to integrate the spiritual principles into whatever way I wish to express myself in this life.
What about you? Did you struggle with this stuff too?
I really love how you put that—‘repeated failure to deny my life.’ That’s such a powerful realization. I’ve struggled with this too, thinking detachment meant giving up desire. But over time, I saw that real spirituality isn’t about rejecting life—it’s about bringing deeper truth into how we live and create. Thank you so much for sharing your insights, Adurial.
Yes! The way we see things changes everything. When work feels like play, success becomes effortless. I really appreciate you taking the time to read it. So glad this resonated with you, Genevieve! 😊
Beautifully said, April! Once we start, we realize the limits were only in our minds. Passion transforms effort into ease. I really appreciate you taking the time to read it. So glad this resonated with you! 😊
I'm fortunate enough to have a corporate job that is my passion. Indeed, time flies, I'm in a permanent state of flow and I look forward to Mondays. Unlike most people, I don't plan to ever retire. My intention is to work for as long as I can because my work is my passion. And my passion fuels my life. 😁✨💫
I absolutely love this, Alma! It’s such a beautiful thing when work and passion become one, making every day feel like play. That state of flow you describe—where Mondays are exciting and time flies—is exactly what I was talking about. It’s inspiring to hear that you’ve found a career that fuels you in this way. And I completely agree—when passion drives us, retirement isn’t even a consideration; it’s just a continuation of doing what we love. Thank you for sharing your perspective! 😊
That’s really kind of you to say—thank you, William! I’m just figuring things out as I go and sharing what I’ve learned along the way. It means a lot to know it resonated with you. 💛
LOve this beautiful offering around time, passion, and living a fulfilling and full life. So many wonderful tips, especially the calculation of how many weeks of life we have ! 😳Don't mind if I hold off on the math, for now. LOL
Thank you so much for your kind words, Tamy! I'm really glad the message resonated with you. And I totally get it—sometimes, it's best not to do the math too often! 😆 But honestly, I don't think you need to do the math because you already know what you're doing—you just enjoy the now and forget everything. And that’s what truly matters! Appreciate you reading and engaging! 😊 Wishing you and your family a wonderful weekend!
It was incredibly moving. I've been navigating my own journey of following my passions, and I can echo so many sentiments. (I feel like you were speaking about my experience, too!).
It is so beautiful to know that I'm not alone. 💜🙏✨
Thank you so much for your kind words once again, Lavender! The journey of following our passions can be both beautiful and challenging, but knowing we’re not alone makes it even more meaningful. Wishing you all the best on your path—keep going! 💪
What I loved most is how much this takes out the pressure, that passion is something playfull, something that we get to enjoy, experiment with and that it doesn't always have to turn into some kind of goal that we need to reach or achieve. Reading this truly calmed me down and didn't give me the feeling I am behind somehow, because there is something I haven't figured out yet. Thank you.
Thank you so much for sharing this—it truly means a lot, Miachaela. I'm really happy that the message brought you a sense of ease rather than pressure. Passion is meant to be something we explore and enjoy, not another benchmark to measure ourselves against. I love that this resonated with you in that way. By the way, I had a look at your newsletter and it resonated with me. Wishing you all the best as you continue to your journey!
Absolutely! Bringing a sense of play into work can make even the simplest tasks more engaging. I love the idea of gamifying a checklist—it’s such a great way to stay motivated while keeping things light and fun. Thanks for sharing that, Sandra!
For me, cooking is my happy activity that taps into passion and play. I don’t take it too seriously and it helps my brain process all the “life” things happening around me.
That’s beautiful, Emily! Cooking sounds like a perfect blend of joy and mindfulness. It’s amazing how passion, when approached playfully, can help process life’s moments. Thanks for sharing! I do appreciate that. 😊
loved this! I want to add that when you do things out of passion and enjoyment (regarless or whether you monetise it) things feel aligned, like a “no-brainer” moment!
Absolutely! When passion leads the way, everything feels more natural and fulfilling—whether or not it’s monetized. That 'no-brainer' feeling is such a great way to put it. Thanks for sharing your insight, Laura! I do appreciate that. 😊
That’s amazing! Substack is such a great space for discovering and nurturing a love for writing. Wishing you lots of joy and creativity on your journey, Chrissy! 😊
This is cool... I love how you believe in following your passion leading to a fulfilling life, despite knowing you're not your mind.
When I first discovered I'm not my mind, I spent a lot of time thinking that what's the point of passion when passion is just an idea in the mind...lol.
It took quite some time to understand that physical, mental, emotional and spiritual reality go hand in hand. And that the purpose of knowing the spiritual truths is too enhance every aspect of your life, not to deny it
I love this reflection, Adurial! It’s such an interesting paradox, isn’t it? Realizing we’re not our mind can initially make everything—including passion—feel illusory. But, as you beautifully put it, spiritual truth isn’t about denial; it’s about integration.
And the real magic happens when we know we are not our mind—we become its master rather than its slave. Instead of being controlled by doubts, fears, or fleeting desires, we can consciously use the mind as a tool to fulfill what truly matters to us. It shifts from being a source of limitation to a source of creation.
I’d love to hear—was there a particular moment or insight that helped this understanding click for you?
Yup... it's all about learning to use the mind, rather than being used!
For me, I guess something in me didn't let me rest in complete denial. Any time I tried to use spirituality as an excuse for escapism, I could only repress my desire for expression for so long.
Whenever I would see others expressing themselves in their unique ways to the level of perfection, I would want to find my place.
An example is when I first watched Dr. Strange. Another example is when I came to know elon musk. I tried following their footprints, but it of course wouldn't work. I had to find my own way, and that's what I'm doing now.
So, what changed my understanding was repeated failure to deny my life. That made me realize that denying isn't an option. the only option would be to integrate the spiritual principles into whatever way I wish to express myself in this life.
What about you? Did you struggle with this stuff too?
I really love how you put that—‘repeated failure to deny my life.’ That’s such a powerful realization. I’ve struggled with this too, thinking detachment meant giving up desire. But over time, I saw that real spirituality isn’t about rejecting life—it’s about bringing deeper truth into how we live and create. Thank you so much for sharing your insights, Adurial.
I am looking forward to reading your work!
seems like most of the people who step into learning about the illusory nature of mind struggle with this, huh!
my pleasure, Sikieng! and same for you... it's great to connect!
It's my pleasure to connect with you too, Adurial. Please have a great day!
you too! 😊✨
I just love 'I'm not working, I'm playing'! Perception is key!
Yes! The way we see things changes everything. When work feels like play, success becomes effortless. I really appreciate you taking the time to read it. So glad this resonated with you, Genevieve! 😊
Love what you do.
Work becomes leisure.
It's not impossible until you start it.
Beautifully said, April! Once we start, we realize the limits were only in our minds. Passion transforms effort into ease. I really appreciate you taking the time to read it. So glad this resonated with you! 😊
Good article Sikieng 🙂
Thank you! 🙂 I really appreciate you taking the time to read it. Glad you enjoyed it!
‘I’m not working I’m playing’ 💜 That flow state is so precious, thank you for this reminder.
Yes! That flow state is pure magic—it transforms everything. So glad this resonated with you! 💜
I'm fortunate enough to have a corporate job that is my passion. Indeed, time flies, I'm in a permanent state of flow and I look forward to Mondays. Unlike most people, I don't plan to ever retire. My intention is to work for as long as I can because my work is my passion. And my passion fuels my life. 😁✨💫
I absolutely love this, Alma! It’s such a beautiful thing when work and passion become one, making every day feel like play. That state of flow you describe—where Mondays are exciting and time flies—is exactly what I was talking about. It’s inspiring to hear that you’ve found a career that fuels you in this way. And I completely agree—when passion drives us, retirement isn’t even a consideration; it’s just a continuation of doing what we love. Thank you for sharing your perspective! 😊
After all that I've read, there's only one word swirling through my head: Gorgeous!
That’s really kind of you to say—thank you, William! I’m just figuring things out as I go and sharing what I’ve learned along the way. It means a lot to know it resonated with you. 💛
LOve this beautiful offering around time, passion, and living a fulfilling and full life. So many wonderful tips, especially the calculation of how many weeks of life we have ! 😳Don't mind if I hold off on the math, for now. LOL
Thank you so much for your kind words, Tamy! I'm really glad the message resonated with you. And I totally get it—sometimes, it's best not to do the math too often! 😆 But honestly, I don't think you need to do the math because you already know what you're doing—you just enjoy the now and forget everything. And that’s what truly matters! Appreciate you reading and engaging! 😊 Wishing you and your family a wonderful weekend!
Happy International Women’s Day, Sikieng.🙏✨💖May we all rise to our fullest potential.
Happy Women's Day, Tamy. :)
Thank you, same to you💖😊
This is such a powerful article and message!
It was incredibly moving. I've been navigating my own journey of following my passions, and I can echo so many sentiments. (I feel like you were speaking about my experience, too!).
It is so beautiful to know that I'm not alone. 💜🙏✨
Thank you so much for your kind words once again, Lavender! The journey of following our passions can be both beautiful and challenging, but knowing we’re not alone makes it even more meaningful. Wishing you all the best on your path—keep going! 💪
What I loved most is how much this takes out the pressure, that passion is something playfull, something that we get to enjoy, experiment with and that it doesn't always have to turn into some kind of goal that we need to reach or achieve. Reading this truly calmed me down and didn't give me the feeling I am behind somehow, because there is something I haven't figured out yet. Thank you.
Thank you so much for sharing this—it truly means a lot, Miachaela. I'm really happy that the message brought you a sense of ease rather than pressure. Passion is meant to be something we explore and enjoy, not another benchmark to measure ourselves against. I love that this resonated with you in that way. By the way, I had a look at your newsletter and it resonated with me. Wishing you all the best as you continue to your journey!
I agree with the part about introducing play to work. Sometimes, a simple checklist gamified the simple task I do
Absolutely! Bringing a sense of play into work can make even the simplest tasks more engaging. I love the idea of gamifying a checklist—it’s such a great way to stay motivated while keeping things light and fun. Thanks for sharing that, Sandra!
You put it well. I agree. Your time is limited. Invest it wisely.
Thank you for reading and sharing your insights, Maxim. It’s so true—how we spend our time shapes our entire experience. Here’s to making it count! 😊
For me, cooking is my happy activity that taps into passion and play. I don’t take it too seriously and it helps my brain process all the “life” things happening around me.
That’s beautiful, Emily! Cooking sounds like a perfect blend of joy and mindfulness. It’s amazing how passion, when approached playfully, can help process life’s moments. Thanks for sharing! I do appreciate that. 😊
loved this! I want to add that when you do things out of passion and enjoyment (regarless or whether you monetise it) things feel aligned, like a “no-brainer” moment!
Absolutely! When passion leads the way, everything feels more natural and fulfilling—whether or not it’s monetized. That 'no-brainer' feeling is such a great way to put it. Thanks for sharing your insight, Laura! I do appreciate that. 😊
I love the idea of following your passion! I also found my love for writing when starting on Substack. Good stuff!
That’s amazing! Substack is such a great space for discovering and nurturing a love for writing. Wishing you lots of joy and creativity on your journey, Chrissy! 😊