It’s never felt more possible than it does right now. Sincerity is the key to naivete - when I am sincerely benign, the need to control myself fades away. Without the pressure to control myself, life is an easy and fun affair.
When I lose it, all I need is to reestablish the intent to be happy and harmless in the world as it is with people as they are. Establishing that intent at the most heartfelt sincere level leads directly back to being carefree. No matter what challenges I’m facing, I know that I will do my best if my intent and sincerity is at its best, so once I’m at that point there’s no need to worry.
I think what would have gotten me here sooner was to focus more on harmlessness and sincerity as their own reward. Happiness can be seen as something that happens to me. Harmless intentions are more clearly coming from me, how I am disposed towards the universe.