Live in a way that gives you peace. Don’t do all the mindless and compulsive things that other people do.

• Get enough sleep.
• Start your day slowly—don’t rush.
• Keep outside influences to a minimum, except for gaining wisdom.
• Live in a quiet place.
• Spend time alone.
• Keep a journal or a blog.
• Take care of your health and fitness.
• Do work you enjoy.
• Be close to nature.
• Don’t ruminate.
• Be thankful more than you complain.
• Avoid unnecessary fights.
• Avoid games that are frustrating or addictive.
• Don’t risk money you can’t afford to lose.
• Use debt minimally or avoid it entirely.
• Don’t move unless you really need to.
• Acknowledge your mistakes, but don’t beat yourself up.
• Have a partner who cares about what is important to you.