Happiness

Stick to your bathroom mirror and read everyday inspirational, at least that's what I am aiming for, piece.

Looking back at my life it is amazing how much time, money, and energy I have wasted on un-fulfilling, insubstantial things; thinking that they would bring me happiness. Happiness is a pursuit of self-content and self-awareness that cannot be purchased nor permanently achieved. As Aristotle said, "Happiness depends upon ourselves." So today I will pursue not happiness but the ability to be content with my life no matter where it is at; I will continue to pursue self-awareness in that I will bring joy, not spite to those I interact with. While I do this I will remember to stop every so often and be happy with where I am at, what I am doing, and who I am.

Author's Note

Constructive criticism is awesome. As long as it is constructive!

Reviews

[Libby Carsons]

I believe that this explains so much of our lives and its sad to see so many people who don't understand the definition or meaning of true happiness. The way this is written brings back the thoughts of the little things in life and its a great message to spread around. I enjoyed reading this immensely. Nice work.

[Daniel Eckert]

That is really too kind. Although I am very thankful for your kind words and the time you took to write them and read mine. Thank you!

[Jack V.]

Great message!!

[Tim Piotrowicz]

I only had a moment to read and I was like, hmmm, should I really start into a "story" right now? THIS IS GREAT! I read it and my heart rang with the words. You know this happiness stuff is so fleeting in my own life and mostly because of my own laziness, but a lot because of my narrow-mindedness! I also hope to also be more aware.

[An owl on the moon]

You say it so well... speak so deeply from your experience into our own. Happiness is a choice... not a place... and we must stop in the moments and bask in its bliss.

[jacob erin-cilberto]

this is prose rather than poetry, but it is significant prose that all who read might want to heed.
Be happy with where you are , what you are doing and who you are.

i know several people who have never been able to do this..or choose not to.

[Daniel Eckert]

Letting yourself be happy is a hard thing to do, at least it was for me. Thank you for the kind comment and taking the time to read it. I do appreciate it.

[rubie]

I truly believe that one of the keys to inner happiness is the ability to show love and kindness towards others.

You are so right that it has nothing to do with material goods or mundane matters.

Nice thoughts.

[Daniel Eckert]

Thank you for taking the time to read and offer your input. It is greatly appreciated.