> How can I practice detachment (buddhism inspired letting go) while simultaneously accomplishing goals? I had the opportunity to ask a monk almost this exact

> How can I practice detachment (buddhism inspired letting go) while simultaneously accomplishing goals? I had the opportunity to ask a monk almost this exact question, I phrased it "why do anything?" instead of "accomplishing goals?" His answer: Duty. The duties you have to your family, your community, etc.