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