The Dalai Lama says the secret to true happiness is this: have a purpose, and serve others. There really is no other form of contentment. The pursuit of happiness is fruitless as it’s a momentary feeling that naturally fades after a period of time. Our brains are designed to adapt tot he level of happiness, or luxury, we have and then to see that as the new standard. So you’re always searching for that excitement, that momentary fleeting feeling of happiness. Whereas a true form of satisfaction and contentment is found in the two precepts provided above.
So I guess the questions for everyone are: What kind of happiness are you hoping for? And how do you find your purpose in the service of others?
No seriously, I’m actually asking.
Top, Earrings, & Purse – Threadsence
Jacket – UO
Jeans – F21
Sunnies – Free People
Allie
May 15, 2017I’m a 73 year old lady. For me happiness is “inner peace”.
Sometimes we can get very caught up in the distractions and dramas of daily living (the physical life experience). If we can keep an eye on ourselves, when we find ourselves going in the wrong direction, we can get back in balance going to that place of inner peace. One interesting way of letting go and moving on is Ho’oponopono.
Have a beautiful day and drink in all the beauty as I will also.
Allie
JoHaughton
May 16, 2017Well said, Allie. Inner peace – that contentment I find usually lies within a sense of purpose and direction. At least that has been my experience, and like you said, checking in and seeing if we’re headed off in the wrong direction – that’s important to do. Thank you for the reminder 🙂
Nora Gouma
May 15, 2017Falling in love with your adorable bag, the rest look absolutely amazing. Thank you for sharing, you look gorgeous!!!
xxx
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JoHaughton
May 16, 2017Thank you Nora. I love a good fringe 😉