These useful principles are shared by all peaceful people, say psychologists. Applying them may help us find inner serenity.

We've all met folks who radiate peace, tranquilly, fulfilment, well-being, and wisdom. We frequently inquire about the secret. Actually, it's simple. You just need discipline and deep self-knowledge and acceptance. True peacemakers follow these nine principles, according to Hack Spirit.

People with inner serenity practise radical acceptance. They want to improve and change. This does not mean they ignore their misery. They accept the situation and themselves. True, unconditional acceptance unleashes immense transformation and development power.

People who are completely at peace with themselves don't dwell on criticism, judgement, or rebuke they may have witnessed. Instead of blaming others for the world's issues, they focus on what they'll do in the morning and how they'll strive to make someone's day better.

When we are at peace with ourselves, we stick to our values, beliefs, and priorities. No amount of money can buy you. We only act on our beliefs. Knowing and acting on your values brings inner peace. It takes mental strength, says psychotherapist and social worker Amy Morin.

Being content without others' approbation.
People require approval to feel helpful, respected, understood, and valued in work and home. People with lasting inner peace no longer seek external approval. They embraced (and appreciated) overcoming this desire. If they consider them, remarks and criticism do not determine their actions.

Don't ask for rescue.
Many partnerships have a “savior” and a “victim” in codependency. This pattern is unhealthy. Inner peace comes from facing the needy, codependent self. They have done significant inside work to feel good enough without a person, place, ideology, or scenario to validate it.

Do not avoid uncomfortable feelings or experiences.
True inner serenity comes from accepting that life is more than happy moments. They accept life and don't use addiction or denial to avoid pain. They accept their loss and realise that tough feelings are just as genuine as happy ones.

Stay calm and pragmatic throughout external turbulence.
You can't plan for everything. Chaos and catastrophes can happen without warning or control. People at peace with themselves stay calm instead of becoming stressed. They're ready for life's invisible storms.

People who are at peace with themselves have usually reflected about what drives them and what they want to do. Their inner anchor, or star, leads them. They use this as a lifeline to achieve their personal and professional goals in adverse circumstances.

People who find inner peace have forgiven their past wrongs. They often forgave their wrongdoers. Besides that, they avoid "energy vampires," tyrants, narcissistic perverts, and poisonous people. They ignore them because it's not part of their evolution or lesson.

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