Wanting: Helpful or Not?

Wanting—being in a state of desire—can be unhelpful. Wanting can mean missing your present searching for some future fantasy. Being happy where you are now is a better idea.

But wanting can be useful. Like beacons, wants can direct us to success: hunger inspires nourishment; sexuality assures reproduction; creativity feeds the spirit. Wants teach us our values and priorities. Situations, people and activities that light you up show you where to put your energies, and can direct you to your gifts and purpose.

Instead of talking yourself out of your desires, listen to them. Pursue them. Just be sure to enjoy the present.