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Mehmet Murat Ildan
Mehmet Murat Ildan

Mehmet Murat Ildan is a renowned Turkish writer born on May 16, 1965. His works span various literary forms including novels, essays, and poetry, and have gained widespread popularity among readers. more

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“Most of what we think will make us happy never really gives us lasting Happiness. Material things, rewards, fame, recognition, money and having a circle of ‘yes’ folks (those who are hanging around you only because they believe they can benefit from you)…these can all make you happy, but only momentarily. They only give you fleeting moments of Happiness. Too much of these, in fact, can leave you feeling drained or suffocated or incomplete. That’s when you start searching for true Happiness. And true Happiness lies only in celebrating what is, in the now. You find it by dropping all your craving, the wants, the desires. It lies in living each moment fully, in gratitude for what you have, with people who complete you, who make you come alive!”

“Both science and spirituality are integral to the process of Life. Science helps you to question, seek answers, explore the unknown, examine data and find reason; it enhances knowledge. Spirituality helps you to question, seek answers, explore the unknown, embrace experiences and awaken; it removes ignorance. Both are complementary aha-inducing ways of bringing meaning to an otherwise, apparently, meaningless Life – because you came with nothing and you will go away with nothing!”

“In the context of your adult children, the only question you need to ask yourself is this: Have you have taught them sound values? If you have, be grateful for having been able to do that. If there is an opportunity, and they ask for your help, support their adult journeys to the best of your ability. Beyond that, let go, let go, let go...!”

“Being expectationless simply means going with the flow of Life. Accepting whatever comes your way and making the best of any situation. Flowing with Life is not merely surviving. It is thriving. Flowing is the natural process of Life. You flow, just like a river flows. It is the path of least resistance. It is celebratory. It makes you come alive!”