To be truly happy, we may have to become more moderate and accepting: in short, perhaps, more ordinary.

To be truly happy, we may have to become more moderate and accepting: in short, perhaps, more ordinary.
Why do we sometimes find it hard to be alone? Discomfort can be caused by hostile inner voices, genuine loneliness, or simply being out of the habit.
We can feel pressured by too little time, or bored by too much time. Or we can just be present. Our relationship with time reflects our relationships with others.
As we develop into wisdom, we become less automatically reactive, and more aware.
Getting things done starts with applying energy to what we have been avoiding, and then learning to finish the important tasks.
As we become adults, we have the choice to explore life for ourselves, and loosen the hold of internalised childhood values.