Posted by sid on March 4, 2002, at 20:43:51
In reply to Re: happiness? » Lou Pilder, posted by Penny on March 4, 2002, at 8:33:32
> I've tried to find this in various places.
It's within you. It's a state of mind, quiet but strong. So don't look too far! It's very simple too.
I am very sure of it anytime I do yoga and meditate for example. Find something, often, that helps you be in harmony with your body, your mind and your environment while realising it and appreciating it (walking in the forest, praying, meditating, appreciating a beautiful landscape or sunrise or sunset each day). For me it started with sunsets... Seeing beautiful ones from time to time is worth living for I find. I try to find moments that I appreciate that much as often as I can - I create some moments when I do yoga.
That's happiness to me. Knowing who I am, where I am, how I feel, loving nature (the little spirituality I feel is very linked with nature) and feeling in harmony with the many many people and things that surround me.
With time, it became a more permanent thing... Mind you, my meds helped, but it's important to create the opportunities to feel happy too. To think about it, realize it, etc... I don't wake up in the morning anymore with my first thought being "oh, no, not another day." That's pretty amazing. Now it's "well, let's see what this day will be about; wow, it's beautiful outside!"
I hope you "find" it (turn it on rather, since I'm convinced it's inside of us).
- sid
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