Finding True Happiness: Letting Go of Desire and Embracing Being

Najim Mostamand
2 min readJun 18, 2024

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Have you ever felt like you’re on a never-ending hamster wheel of chasing desires?

We spend so much time seeking things — from material possessions to relationships and achievements — that we forget to appreciate what we already have.

This constant pursuit of “more” can leave us feeling unfulfilled and disconnected from true happiness.

In this post (and accompanying video), we explore the concept of letting go of desires and attachments, and discover the profound peace and joy that comes from simply being present in the moment.

True happiness comes from trusting that life is unfolding exactly as it’s meant to. Photo by Jill Wellington

The Illusion of Happiness in Seeking

From a young age, we’re conditioned to chase after external validation and success.

We strive for good grades, prestigious jobs, and perfect relationships.

But once we achieve these goals, the satisfaction is often fleeting.

The hamster wheel keeps spinning, and we set our sights on the next “thing” that will supposedly bring us happiness.

The Power of Non-Attachment

The key to true happiness lies in recognizing that the game of seeking is just an illusion.

It’s a mental construct that keeps us trapped in a cycle of dissatisfaction.

Real joy comes from letting go of desires and attachments.

It comes from accepting what is and finding beauty in the present moment.

Surrendering to the Flow

Many spiritual traditions emphasize the importance of surrendering to a higher power or divine plan.

This doesn’t mean giving up on your dreams or goals entirely.

It means trusting that the Universe has a bigger plan for you, and that true fulfillment comes from aligning yourself with that plan.

Finding Peace in the Silence

Silence isn’t just about physical quietude.

It’s about quieting the mind’s constant chatter of desires and anxieties.

When we can find stillness within ourselves, we open ourselves up to a deeper connection with our intuition and the divine.

This doesn’t mean becoming passive or indifferent.

We can still pursue our passions and work towards our goals.

However, the motivation should come from a place of purpose and fulfillment, rather than a desperate need to fill a void.

Trusting the Divine Journey

Ultimately, true happiness comes from trusting that life is unfolding exactly as it’s meant to.

We may not always understand the path, but when we surrender and trust, we open ourselves up to a deeper level of peace and joy than we could ever imagine.

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Najim Mostamand
Najim Mostamand

Written by Najim Mostamand

Najim is a spiritual teacher, writer, poet and inspirational speaker helping people awaken their Soul and achieve inner peace by reuniting with their Source.

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