I soon realized that no journey carries one far unless, as it extends into the world around us, it goes an equal distance into the world within.
Once you start to see through the myth of status, possessions, and unlimited consumption as a path to happiness, you'll find that you have all kinds of freedom and time. It's like a deal you can make with the universe: I'll give up greed for freedom. Then you can start putting your time to good use.