Trust in HaShem is the most vital ingredient needed for success in life, both in our worldly and our spiritual activities. First and foremost, trust in HaShem gives us the precious trait of tranquility. In turn, the inner peace of tranquility gives us the capacity to perform our life's tasks to the best of our ability.
Lesson: Trust in HaShem grants us tranquility -- the foundation of all good character traits and good deeds.
Visualization: Imagine becoming one with the calm and tranquility of a glorious sunset. Contemplate that HaShem creates the beautiful sunset as well as your inner peace. Strengthen your trust in HaShem, and attain tranquility, joy, and success!
(Based on Chovos HaLavavos, The Gate of Trust; and the Writings of the Saba M'Kelm)
