The Practice of Groundedness: A Transformative Path to Success That Feeds--Not Crushes--Your Soul

by Brad Stulberg

FINAL THOUGHTS ON MOVING FROM PRINCIPLES TO ACTION Just about anyone can focus on meaningful actions every once in a while, particularly after profound moments of insight. But lasting transformation is the result of consistent, ongoing, and daily practice. In this chapter, we learned how to align our being with our doing. We also learned about common pitfalls that occur when trying to shift our habit energy. We discussed the value of selectively watering seeds of groundedness via small, simple, and specific actions. We examined how intentionally designing our surroundings in a way that promotes those actions is more effective than relying on sheer force of will. We explored concrete plans to water each seed not just in formal practice but in everyday life, and considered the exponential power of undertaking this journey with the support of others. The next and final chapter circles back to why adopting the principles of groundedness is so vital, for both individuals and society as a whole. We’ll also see how when it comes to realizing a more grounded kind of success there is no destination. The path is the goal and the goal is the path. The urgent, imperative, and at times difficult task is simply to stay on it.