'Inner peace' (or 'peace of mind') is a
colloquialism that refers to a state of
being mentally or
spiritually at
peace, with enough
knowledge and
understanding to keep oneself strong in the face of discord or
stress. Being "at peace" is considered by many to be healthy (
homeostasis) and the opposite of being stressed or anxious. Peace of mind is generally associated with
bliss and
happiness.
Peace of mind,
serenity, and
calmness are descriptions of a disposition free from the effects of stress. In some cultures, inner peace is considered a state of
consciousness or
enlightenment that may be cultivated by various forms of training, such as
prayer,
meditation,
T'ai Chi Ch'uan or
yoga, for example. Many spiritual practices refer to this peace as an experience of
knowing oneself.
Finding inner peace is often associated with traditions such as
Buddhism and
Hinduism.
See also
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Enlightenment
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Meaning of life
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Nirvana
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Inner light
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Self-ownership
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Self-realization
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Shalom
External links
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Buddhist View of Inner Peace
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Peace of Mind Tips and Advice