"Many come to spiritual practice to rise above the banality of daily life. We use it, sometimes surreptitiously, to become more accomplished, more one with things and, quite simply, happier."
"The ordinary is not something we usually aspire to; it's seen as a sign of moral failure. A life unlived. A lazy, flattened existence."
"To be ordinary was to be common, indistinguishable by rank or position. This definition points to a different understanding of what it means to live a meaningful life."
The concept of an ordinary life is often dismissed as unremarkable or a sign of failure. Many pursue spiritual practices seeking heightened experiences and accomplishments, yet these pursuits can lead to disillusionment. Barry Magid's book, Ending the Pursuit of Happiness, challenges the notion that life must be extraordinary to be meaningful. It suggests that embracing the ordinary can lead to a more profound understanding of existence, countering societal pressures for constant self-improvement and optimization.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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