Many things happen as we age aka evolve. One thing is that we become more sensitive. Sensitive to how "things work." Sensitive to our preferences, to our likes and dislikes. This can be great. We don't have to reinvent the wheel every time. This is a timesaver, but we need to be aware that it also takes us out of the present moment, since we are basing our choices and behaviors on a the past. Essentially, the efficiency that comes from the practice of living, is strengthening our samskaras, no matter if they are "good" or "bad."
I'm not saying we should throw efficiency or the fruits of our practice out the window. I am suggesting that we stay aware of our tendencies, and notice when those tendencies start to crystallize and become attachments. It's a balance. A fine line. We watch them. We moisturize (detach). We release the fruits of our actions. We act, and release our attachment to the action and to the result, whether it be desired or otherwise. And create another fine line.
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