Making the decision to prioritize spiritual growth is not always easy because sometimes the momentum of life takes us in a different direction. Due to the habit forming nature of the mind, our decisions in each moment can have an impact on the direction we pursue. If we insist on prioritizing worldly pursuits, spiritual progress will continue to elude us. However, if we are genuinely interested in experiencing an end to suffering, we are never too distant from satisfaction and happiness. With training, we can learn to be happy simply by bringing the mind to what we are doing in the present moment.