Human life is the sum total of the choices we make. If our choices are geared towards the externals of life that is what our life will signify: A strong and accomlished ego but not much more. Is that what we want our life to be? This very popular video with millions of views helps us understand the importance of focussing on the right things: The content of our life, not the external adornments.
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