You can't try. Trying is a struggle and doing is an act. You can't witness the act of trying, but you can see the results of doing. Trying brings on stress because not only do you have the problem, but now you have all this frustration with it not going away just because you want it to. It's kind of like being told not to think of pink elephants-impossible. What you have to do is stop. You say to yourself, this is over for now. I'm done for now. Take your mind to another place and concentrate on that peaceful place. Deep breaths. Go limp. Put your mind in another state. It takes practice, but it gets easier, over time." "Thanks
The concept of "trying" is portrayed as a negative force that creates stress and frustration. Trying implies a struggle against problems, which only adds to the emotional turmoil. The author argues that we cannot physically witness the act of trying, but we can definitely see the outcomes of actual doing. This perspective suggests that trying often complicates situations and makes them harder to resolve, similar to the challenge of not thinking about something specific.
Instead of trying, the advice is to take a step back, acknowledge the situation, and allow yourself to momentarily disengage. By focusing on a peaceful state and practicing relaxation techniques, one can shift their mindset and reduce stress. With practice, this technique of letting go of the struggle can become easier over time, ultimately leading to more effective results without the baggage of trying.
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