What is missing is always here

People often feel like something is missing in their lives, driving them to pursue happiness by acquiring what they think will fill that void. However, this sense of lack persists because individuals are typically consumed by their thoughts, which perpetuate the feeling that something is amiss.

The idea that "what is missing is always here" suggests that true happiness and fulfillment are not found in external pursuits but rather in recognizing and appreciating what is already present within oneself. This realization requires a shift in perspective, a "waking up" from the "dream" of seeking happiness externally.

The analogy of going to a party but staying outside, thinking about what's going on inside, illustrates the absurdity of seeking happiness outside of oneself. People often "dream about their existence" instead of fully experiencing it. This is due to the mistaken belief that the "life of the personality" is real, when it is actually a "dream life."