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A good-paid job, a house, a car, a pretty wife, obidient children, good friends...what else?
Happiness is dependent on things outside OR our heart inside ?
Happiness is dependent on things outside OR our heart inside ?
Originally posted by Alexander
Happiness=(What you have)/(What you want).
Say, you want 3000 sf house but you only have 1000 sf one, thus you are 1000/3000 = 0.3 = 30% happy.
Still 30% is not bad. Some people want so much that they are only 1-2% happy.
Originally posted by Royce
So if I do as Buddha suggests and want nothing but am content with what I have and can have then I'm 100% happy, right.
"I've found the perfect woman,
No man could ask for more,
She's deaf and dumb and oversexed
And owns a liquor store."
Woody Woodberry (I believe?)
Originally posted by Royce
So if I do as Buddha suggests and want nothing but am content with what I have and can have then I'm 100% happy, right.
Originally posted by Alexander
Chemically happiness is just amount of antidepressants in brain (does not matter if they are made by brain itself or came from outside source).
Originally posted by Alexander
Please, provide proof that happiness/joy is NOT caused by antidepressant-type chemicals, otherwise what you wrote about it is plain wrong.
Hmm... Get very very drunk or smoke some joints ?Originally posted by Saint
How to achieve happiness of life ?
The secret to achieving happiness is different for everyone. However, some common practices that can lead to happiness include practicing gratitude, surrounding yourself with positive relationships, finding purpose and meaning in your life, and taking care of your physical and mental well-being.
While having enough money to meet your basic needs and live comfortably can contribute to happiness, research shows that beyond a certain point, increasing wealth does not necessarily lead to more happiness. Other factors such as relationships and personal fulfillment play a larger role in overall happiness.
Finding happiness in difficult situations can be challenging, but it is possible. It can help to focus on finding moments of joy and gratitude even in tough times, practicing self-care and self-compassion, and seeking support from loved ones or a therapist. It can also be helpful to reframe the situation and look for opportunities for growth and learning.
While some people may have a natural disposition towards happiness, ultimately, happiness is a choice. It involves actively choosing to focus on the positive aspects of life, practicing gratitude, and making choices that align with your values and bring you joy. It may take effort, but happiness is something that can be cultivated and nurtured.
Maintaining long-term happiness involves creating sustainable habits and practices that bring you joy and fulfillment. This may include regularly engaging in activities that you enjoy, nurturing relationships with loved ones, setting and working towards meaningful goals, and taking care of your physical and mental health. It is also important to be flexible and adapt to changes and challenges in life, finding ways to stay positive and resilient.