Happiness and Joy
Happiness is a state of being, an emotion, a feeling. It comes and goes, sometimes fleeting, other times more constant. It is not a state of being, but rather a state of behavior. It is an action, not a state.
Happiness arises because of our circumstances. It is a byproduct of our environment and our circumstances. In the moment, it can seem like we have little control over our happiness. But over time, we learn to appreciate the small joys that arise from our circumstances.
I've become a firm believer that it is at the darkest points of life where we are at our greatest need for hope.
In our dark times, are we able and to find our roots and true potential? Every hardship is an opportunity. Every setback is a stepping-stone. Every success is a chance to build on a solid foundation and discover new opportunities.
Happiness is something we seek when we’re without it. We wander the streets, the bars, the malls, the train stations. We hunt for the next big thing, the latest thing, the ultimate thing. But when we finally find it, we’re disappointed.
Happiness is a state of mind, fleeting and often sought after. It comes and goes, bright and loud, on the wings of drugs and the call of the moment. It is a high note that slowly fades, leaving us wanting more. But happiness is a state of being, a choice we make to be content in the moment regardless of our circumstances.
But happiness is elusive and must be worked for. It takes a lot of courage to be happy, and those who have traveled the road know this. Desire to be happy is a human drive that stems from survival instincts. We want to be happy so we can live a better life.
