Stillness is the Key by Ryan Holidayby Parker on TwosStillness. To be steady while the world spins around you. To act without frenzy. To hear only what needs to be heard. To possess quietude—exterior and interior—on commandInner peace and stillness is the highest good, the key to elite performance and a happy life“All of humanities problems stem from mans inability to sit quietly in a room alone” - Blaise PascalStillness is the key to think clearly. To making tough decisions. To managing your emotions. To identifying the right goals. To handling high pressure situations. To maintaining relationships. To building good habits. To being productive. To physical excellence. To feeling fulfilled. To capturing moments of laughter and joy“To hold the mind still is enormous discipline, one which must be faced with the greatest commitment of your life.” - Garry ShandlingBe fully present. Empty our mind of preconceptions. Take our time. Sit quietly and reflect. Reject distraction. Weigh advice against the counsel of our convictions. Deliberate without being paralyzedLove can’t exist off in the future. Love is only real if it’s happening right nowThe less energy we waste regretting the past or worrying about the future, the more energy we will have for what’s in front of usYou can’t be your best if your mind is elsewhere