Non attachment

In eastern traditions detachment or non attachment is an important part of the spiritual practice. The idea is that you should not become atatched to things or persons so that these will not control you.

“Things arise and she lets them come, things disappear and she lets them go. She has, but doesn’t possess, acts but doesn’t expect” – Lao Tzu

This is all well and good. It is good not to let things or people control you. It is good to remain free from external control and manipulation. If you...