How the art of being wise is to ignore intelligently

Wisdom is not the accumulation of knowledge and experience, but the ability to apply what one learns wisely and ignore what does not help one grow and expand.

Living requires sorting and keeping only what's necessary. Most of us tend to ignore this simple rule.

Harvard University researchers found that we can focus on things “that aren't happening” amazingly.

Thus, worrying about unimportant things hinders our happiness and present-moment living.

The first rule of life is that the smartest person is the one who is joyful and eliminates everything that harms or is useless.

Knowing how to ignore is difficult to practise daily. This is because ignoring typically means avoiding particular circumstances or persons.

Next comes true boldness, always preceded by intelligent discrimination. Please read this article and consider this question.

Your happiness is up to you. We may be lucky, but it usually depends on our choices.

Self-knowledge and self-esteem will always be important since we must be more optimistic and realistic.

Life is too short to squander on anger and resentment. Dry your tears, disregard criticism, and spend time with those who matter to you.

To prioritise, we must appreciate everything around us. Not what they can objectively have, but what we can amass based on our needs and preferences.

Therefore, we must focus on these dimensions:

If choosing between what is vital and what is not costs us, we have an internal conflict between what we love and what is appropriate for us.

We fear “going wrong”, “doing harm”, or responding differently from others if we cut links.

Setting priorities costs more when we're worried and concerned. Relax and think about the things and people you value.

Think about what matters to you and not others, and don't worry about what others think of your decisions.

Ultimatums and blackmail are not involved. Knowing how to ignore can be done elegantly and without excess.

Because of it, consider these points:

Accept that this close friend or coworker is nonetheless closed-minded or indiscreet. Stop hoarding unpleasant feelings like resentment and frustration. Accept them.

Ignore criticism to gain self-confidence. Distancing yourself from uninteresting people may result in criticism. Increase your self-esteem and appreciate every step away from individuals who hurt you; this is a fantastic personal achievement.

Learning to distinguish between self-serving and altruistic activities is crucial. Some say, "I do everything for you, you are the person who matters most to me," yet this relationship is never balanced.

Lightweight people do better. Better to rely on “people” than “people” in life. In life, you will move lightly, light of rage, resentment, impatience, and especially of anyone who deserves suffering and distance rather than delight.

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