We must look at our life without sentimentality, exaggeration or idealism. Does what we are choosing reflect what we most deeply value? (Jack Kornfield)

We must look at our life without sentimentality, exaggeration or idealism. Does what we are choosing reflect what we most deeply value?

Jack Kornfield

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