Keeping things simple makes us happy. The centipede was happy, quite! Until a toad in fun asked, “Pray which leg goes after which?” This worked his mind to such a pitch He lay distracted in a ditch, Considering how to run.             (Zen poem memorized from childhood)   All these are proven methods to generating happiness by keeping it simple:       In a big project, focus on the next step close in. (We tend to put our attention on 3 to 4 steps out.)  In a difficult situation, practice an ethical or spiritual principle. … Continue reading →