Could Peace Of Mind Be A Fountain Of Wealth

In recent years, a lot of attention has been drawn to peace of mind or peace in general, I reckon due to the fast-paced, ever-evolving world we are living in. With the invention of smartphones, the internet, and social media, we are too exposed to the occurrences around the world, leaving little time to process some information profoundly before being bombarded with more updates, of which majority of the media updates, especially global news, are horrendous.

If we are not in tune with ourselves, it is hard to know how what we see, hear, and are surrounded by affects us, forms our perception, and how it has the capacity to erode our peace within a wink of the eye. Globalisation, as we all know, has numerous advantages, but some of the consequences is the fact that when you watch, hear, or read about the injustice, the economic and social disparities around the world, infusion of ideologies that may not necessarily suit every geographical location or segment of people, etc. It takes a lot of strength not to be affected by the aforementioned. Within seconds, one could find their emotions going like a yoyo up and down — a mixture of sadness, anger, lack of contentment, powerlessness, joy, a need to conform, alienate, a quest to make an impact even if it’s just rendering a voice or writing about it, the disruption of culture and identity, etc. Empaths are affected the most by local or global issues, hence they process others’ emotions as theirs.

Sometimes what erodes or impacts peace of mind may not be global — it could be personal or local issues happening in one’s community or network of associations. These could be a loss of a loved one, overworking, conflict, concern about financial security, sickness, loss of job, loss of hope, loss of motivation to keep striving, being too futuristic, working in a toxic environment, in connection with toxic, negatively competitive people, overburdened by others’ expectations and life’s challenges, etc.

Even though peace of mind is often relegated to the back seat of wellbeing when it comes to health decisions or what is more imperative, I can boldly write that it is erroneous to downplay something that is a force of wealth. I call it a fountain of wealth. Why so? In my opinion, without peace of mind there will not be creativity or great innovation. Without peace of mind, we would be less enthusiastic in giving our best to whatever we do. Lack of peace of mind causes restlessness, insomnia, less productivity, and deprivation of profound happiness, etc. All these could lead to other health challenges.

Could there be a one-size-fits-all stipulation for peace of mind? Several research has proven that certain methodology applied resolved the issue of lack or inadequate peace of mind. Some of the techniques are mentioned below. It is paramount to be self-aware! Aware of what makes us feel unrest, what makes our mood drop low, what makes us feel alive and fired up, what is worth our time, energy, and attention, what inspires our growth, creativity and innovativeness, and what makes us function in our highest element the most, etc.

Some people find peace of mind through religious practices. For example, the Christians and Muslims would read the Bible or Quran, pray, meditate on the scriptures they read, and hand over their agenda for the day, week, month, year to God. With these daily practices, they find an enormous peace that most would say is indescribable. Some people find peace through yoga practices, some through the intentional encouragement of unity within any space we find ourselves, paying attention to energies we encounter in places and people — knowing which drains the life and peace out of us and the ones that increase peace and happiness.

Listening to soothing music, swimming, quiet places, avoidance of workplaces that are toxic regardless of the salary or growth opportunity, some completely stay off the television, social media, radio (unfortunately missing out on current affairs), some abstain from networks that are contentious, full of megalomaniacs, where decorum is absent, decisions are egotistically driven instead of organisational, communal or national interest or benefit at heart. Learning to embrace solitude, practicing gratitude daily, minding our business, avoiding unhealthy competition and conversations, a walk in nature, journaling, encouraging the good in others to blossom, avoiding holding onto bitterness or unforgiveness, etc.

At the end, we owe ourselves the responsibility of protecting our peace, knowing how it correlates with our health and other elements of our lives.

Peace is wealth, protect it by any means necessary.