Ever known someone whom had preconceived ideas, which they "knew" would make them happy, and they adamantly refused to be swayed or satisfied until these hankerings came about.
Perhaps even if certain things did come their way and they were rewarded with the desired conclusion; their focus rapidly shifted to getting bigger and better "stuff" that they now believed would makes them "happier
". Being distracted with skepticism, doubt, pessimism and fear there are those who shy away from happiness.
For them happiness carries an impending plummet and penalty.
Or how about a person who uses the phrase "Someday my ship will come in". Yet they put off making choices; believing happiness will "somehow" appear without them having to lift a finger or having to act.
We are the key to our happiness. Acquiring it is completely an inside job. The world doesn't have any happiness, we do. More than what happens to us, it is our perceptions, thoughts, beliefs and overall reaction that are essential. Events in life can sometimes hit hard. However being aware thatthe decision to be happy
, or sad, always rests with us assists one in taking the step to a happier frame of mind.
The ability to live life in a spirit of acceptance (and contentment) by making the best use of what we have and enjoying it now, and gratitude for all that has been bestowed upon us just tends to amplify ones happiness.
Setting goals can be an effective tool as we humans have an ongoing need to progress, no matter how happy
we are. If we don't, we have given up on life. However make sure to also set the intention to "enjoy the journey". This makes innumerable events along the way special, and you'll savor the end result even more.
The greatest pain for some is the fear that happiness might somehow elude them forever. One does not have to deserve happiness; one chooses it. It is natural, freely available to all, with no fine print. So, stop pursuing happiness and simply accept and allow happiness to happen. Welcome it to you with open arms!
The brain has a natural dulling effect, which vouches for the reason why a new car won't bring about the same gratification a year after its purchase and the thrill of buying your first home will ebb as you live in it for a time. Happy people are wise to this, which is why they like to tinker with their life, It could entail filling up at a newly opened gas station, placing a new slant on a dish while making dinner, or even getting reacquainted with a favorite recreation or hobby put aside due to changes in lifestyles.
Albert Schweitzer (1875 - 1965) pancakes a popular expression when he says that success, far from being the blueprint to happiness, is a payoff for being happy
. Happy people are always successful; though their success may not be encompass areas of wealth, notoriety or command.
Happiness does happen. If you let it! Try it. You will like it.
By Mary Kay Buttery
Perhaps even if certain things did come their way and they were rewarded with the desired conclusion; their focus rapidly shifted to getting bigger and better "stuff" that they now believed would makes them "happier
". Being distracted with skepticism, doubt, pessimism and fear there are those who shy away from happiness. For them happiness carries an impending plummet and penalty.
Or how about a person who uses the phrase "Someday my ship will come in". Yet they put off making choices; believing happiness will "somehow" appear without them having to lift a finger or having to act.
We are the key to our happiness. Acquiring it is completely an inside job. The world doesn't have any happiness, we do. More than what happens to us, it is our perceptions, thoughts, beliefs and overall reaction that are essential. Events in life can sometimes hit hard. However being aware thatthe decision to be happy
, or sad, always rests with us assists one in taking the step to a happier frame of mind.The ability to live life in a spirit of acceptance (and contentment) by making the best use of what we have and enjoying it now, and gratitude for all that has been bestowed upon us just tends to amplify ones happiness.
Setting goals can be an effective tool as we humans have an ongoing need to progress, no matter how happy
we are. If we don't, we have given up on life. However make sure to also set the intention to "enjoy the journey". This makes innumerable events along the way special, and you'll savor the end result even more.The greatest pain for some is the fear that happiness might somehow elude them forever. One does not have to deserve happiness; one chooses it. It is natural, freely available to all, with no fine print. So, stop pursuing happiness and simply accept and allow happiness to happen. Welcome it to you with open arms!
The brain has a natural dulling effect, which vouches for the reason why a new car won't bring about the same gratification a year after its purchase and the thrill of buying your first home will ebb as you live in it for a time. Happy people are wise to this, which is why they like to tinker with their life, It could entail filling up at a newly opened gas station, placing a new slant on a dish while making dinner, or even getting reacquainted with a favorite recreation or hobby put aside due to changes in lifestyles.
Albert Schweitzer (1875 - 1965) pancakes a popular expression when he says that success, far from being the blueprint to happiness, is a payoff for being happy
. Happy people are always successful; though their success may not be encompass areas of wealth, notoriety or command.Happiness does happen. If you let it! Try it. You will like it.
By Mary Kay Buttery
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