The more one chases wishes and thoughts. Analyzing things trying to find a solution. A perfect solution. An end.
When that solution or result is achieved that is the end, right? Now one can be relaxed and contented….
No. At that point discontentment arises and it is on to the next thing. It is endless.
Chasing and wanting is endless.
Letting go is the way to an end.
In thinking and meditation let go of the thought – of the craving.
It will only lead to discontentment. Furthermore – as it is impermanent – it is not self. This is not me, this I am not. So it should be easy to not care with a strong eagerness and let go in that situation.
Not just in meditation though. Also in livelihood – chasing that next promotion, that little bit more money (and more tax to pay), the new house, the new bicycle or car. Once that is acquired – discontentment. If it is not acquired – discontentment.
Not wanting the thing. Letting it go. Contentment.