Matter of Motives

One of the aspects of life that is sometimes tricky to discern and weigh is one’s motives. I do not always question my motives; however, it is helpful to do so pretty often. With just about every act we could pause and ask a few related questions… Why am I about to do this? What was the reason I said that? Why am I thinking what I am thinking right now? What is the reason I want to buy this? Why am I eating or drinking this at the moment?

Give it a try. Why are you reading this column? It is a habit. I am bored. I like to see if he is going to write something weird. I appreciate the spiritual...