The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari

meditation, savoring the gifts that silence brings. Sometimes they
would walk through the pine forest, discussing points of
philosophy and enjoying the pleasures of each other's company.
Julian said that the first indications of his personal expansion
came after only three weeks in Sivana. He started noticing the
beauty in the most ordinary of things. Whether it was the marvel
of a starry night or the enchantment of a spider's web after it had
rained, Julian absorbed it all. He also said that his new lifestyle
and the new habits associated with it started to have a profound
effect on his inner world. Within a month of applying the principles
and techniques of the sages, he told me that he had begun to
cultivate the deep sense of peace and inner serenity that had
eluded him in all the years he had lived in the West. He became
more joyful and spontaneous, growing more energetic and
creative with each passing day.
Physical vitality and spiritual strength followed the changes in
Julian's attitude. His once overweight frame grew strong and lean
while the sickly pallor which had characterized his face was
replaced by a splendid shimmer of health. He actually felt as if he
could do anything, be anything and unlock the infinite potential
that he learned was inside every one of us. He started to cherish
life and to see the divinity in every aspect of it. The ancient system
of this mystical band of monks had started to work its miracles.
After pausing as if to express disbelief at his own tale, Julian
grew philosophical. "I've realized something very important, John.
The world, and that includes my inner world, is a very special
place. I've also come to see that success on the outside means
nothing unless you also have success within. There is a huge
difference between well-being and being well-off When I was a
hotshot lawyer, I used to snicker at all those people who worked at