How to Escape the Cycle of Stress, Anxiety, and Misery

It is very common in today’s world to hear about the rising levels of stress, anxiety, and depression. It seems that more people than ever have an unpleasant inner experience, yet the external world is more comfortable than ever before. More and more people live very pleasant and comfortable lives, and more and more people seem to be suffering internally. What is going on?

Spiritual traditions of all types have long taught that one’s internal state need not be dictated by external conditions. A...