How to be happy without being perfect 

Some people readily see others’ faults but seem almost unaware of their own. This arrogant attitude effectively blocks any chance of making any inner or spiritual progress. Other people, however – especially more sensitive and conscientious people – are painfully aware of their own faults. A realistic awareness of our own shortcomings is in fact a necessary first step in improving ourselves, but how is it possible to be keenly aware of what is wrong with our mind and yet at the same time be happy with ourselves?   This is an important question, which we will explore on this course. We need to learn to accept ourselves exactly as we are right now, and yet, at the same time, have full confidence in our ability to grow. When we are able to do this, we can be happy in our hearts, even though we see full well that our lives and our minds are far from perfect.