Concentration

To develop concentration, I must reduce my ambitions and activities.

To reduce my ambitions, I must have few desires.

To have few desires, I must be satisfied with simple food, clothing, and shelter.

Whatever possessions I may have, I will not be attached to them.

If I do not have possessions, I will consider destitution a support for my practices.

Whatever happens, I shall be content.

–Jetsun Taranatha