Posted by gracie2 on September 26, 2001, at 23:19:58
In reply to Re: When did you decide you were happy? » Heather66, posted by jay on September 26, 2001, at 22:11:29
This may just be re-hashing what Jay said but here goes:
-I don't think it is possible to attain a constant state of happiness, unless that occurs in the afterlife. Happiness is transient; your goal is to be well enough that you are able to feel happy when something special occurs. I think a "happy" person is someone who is able to recognize a special moment and enjoy it.Two quotes for you:
-We act as though comfort and luxury were the chief requirements of life, when all that we need to make us happy is something to be enthusiastic about. -Charles Kingsley-To laugh often and much; to win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children;
to earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate beauty; to find the best in others;
to leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch or a redeemed social condition; to know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived.
This is to have succeeded. -EmersonGod bless-
Gracie
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