You will also come to realize that these hindrances are the basis for the stories or melodramas the mind concocts. Examples of stories rooted in Worldly Desire include: “I need” a beautiful house, and “I want” a successful career so I can be happy. Examples of stories rooted in Aversion include: “I hate” rude people; “It’s not fair” that they always get what they want; “I don’t want” to be sick today; or “I can’t take” this place anymore. Examples of stories arising from Laziness and Lethargy include: “I’m too tired” to help you right now, and “It’s too late,” or “a waste of time” to try to
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