I want to preface this article by first noting that I am not a licensed medical doctor, nor a trained psychologist, but there is an abundance of research done on the human condition of happiness. My intent is to spark HOPE when we hit those valleys that so often become a steep mountain to climb. I won't explicitly say that adversity makes us stronger...(oops I inadvertantly just did by writing it) but when faced with that incline to traverse, it is rare to think "oh goodie, I am getting stronger by getting my teeth kicked in!"
The Doctrine of Happiness has various components to it that I won't expound on due to the length of the discourse that it would require. Rather, I would like to focus on a portion that resonates within the energy that comprises my soul. I haven't written a post in quite some time, and this is one of my passions, yet when I feel like the guy in the chair (image above) I lose passion for most of my favorite activities of life. This is when I do an inventory of my life and begin my medition and introspection, and guess what I found...my answer.
As I've researched, studied and practiced a Principle Driven Life to the best of my ability, I found that one vital component (especially for me) is to be my best self. This is to be progressing towards goals, dreams, aspirations, etc in the various facets of life. Progress, getting better, having a target are all things that help to give a sense of purpose, and as long as we are on that path progressing, it is difficult to not find satisfaction.
So go and evaluate what your goals are financially, spiritually, socially, career-wise, physically and with family. As you paint the target and begin down that path, whether at a snails pace or a sprint, I have no doubt that nothing other that happiness can occupy that space in your heart.
Written By: Timothy James Andrus
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