As we all know when we’re looking for it, it’s easy to think you’ve already got it all figured out where happiness is concerned — that you know what it is, and how to get it. Happiness is wanting to be sad more often We can block out bad thoughts by focusing on the good.
Here are some typical methods that people use to try to be happy:
1. Chasing dreams: some of us chase wealth, possessions, success or status because we think we’ll get happy, but those who do reach their goals don’t always find happiness.
2. Smoking: The nicotine in cigarettes makes us feel temporarily happy. Excessive dependence on it could worsen our symptoms, especially in non-smoking situations.
3. Drinking: it relieves our problems for a while, but we can very easily become dependent on it, and in the long run it can make the situation worse.
4. Games: When we play games, we can have lots of fun and at least temporarily tune out reality, but we might go to excess and lose track of reality and time.
5. Socialising: Don’t assume you’ll be happy chatting with other people. You require meaningful connections with other people, not small talk.
But we should stop and ask: What does happiness mean?
Happiness is being at peace with our resources, acknowledging the upward spiral of our lives, and trying to become better versions of ourselves all while enjoying this very moment.
I don’t write (just) to be paid a lot of money. I write because I enjoy having goals, and I enjoy learning from both failure and success.
Like everything else, the experience is valuable even if I don’t accomplish my goals.
You can amass all the possessions you desire but, ultimately, things come and go, and we’re left with memories — of genuine moments and experiences.
Remember that life is short. Enjoy your journey and be satisfied in the present moment. That’s all.
Wrote with Gratitude