Mental fitness

Our civilization is constantly making us richer in terms of material items and obligations. Without ever coming to rest, our daily routine is filled with activities and rituals that need to be questioned.

As far as our own stress assessment is concerned, the current statistics are alarming: around 80% of all Germans suffer from stress, 90% of schoolchildren and 95% of housewives.

Everyone has goals. However, on average only one in five goals is successfully realized. In most cases, the problem is not the desired goal itself, but rather the approach chosen.

More than 100 years ago, Johann Baptist Winklhofer (1859–1949) was living the principles of a successful entrepreneur. His “Commandments for those striving for progress” are more relevant today than ever.

Our many commitments and the rush of modern life make it difficult to consciously realize and live the truly important things in order to progress in our own lives.

Theologian Anselm Grün lives in Münsterschwarzach (Lower Franconia) as a Benedictine priory. As the author of more than 300 books, he is known beyond Germany's borders.