Life is a process of development — a mental journey of discovery that begins at birth and ends at death. The direction and quality of this journey depend on both internal and external conditions.
The human mind has the ability to constantly evolve. The mind is colored by one’s life circumstances, by the changing world one finds oneself in, and by how one relates to changes, impressions, and events in the world in general. It is not so crucial whether one travels around the world alone in horse-drawn carriage, or whether one settles down with family life and career. What is crucial is whether one has an open mind to changes and experiences — good and bad — and handles them in a mentally developing manner.