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the trick when seeking enlightenment (tell us if you have not heard this somewhere before) is:
In not pursuing it - it will arise from you
Gather wisdom
Develop and practice empathy with compassion
Practice mercy
Think of others but do not forget yourself
Think of self but never forget others
Practice kindness - even when it is difficult
Be patient...
Don't be afraid to cry
Don't forget to laugh
Also, do not be other than yourself
Live
By the way, your tea has gotten cold.

Peace to all

@Lionduck said:
the trick when seeking enlightenment (tell us if you have not heard this somewhere before) is:

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The Buddha gave the eightfold path. This means to set straight one's life and thinking. It is akin to putting one's house in order. Once all things are in proper places then the truth will reveal itself.
One can not seek something which is already in one's hands. Just have to clear out all the stuff which clouds the mirror and clarity opens up to reveal the truth.

I do not claim to be enlightened. Rather that I have given up trying to find something so elusive. I just go about trying to straighten out my life. Practice what I have been taught. If I need to go thru rebirth again then there must be something I need to learn before I can go home.