Oh, Making Happy..?
So, first of all: how magnetic is this man? I was distracted by it the first three minutes (and that voice!) and had to rewind and start all over. But I digress.
Does any of you feel a little down after completing a goal? Can social media cause depression? Do we get happier as we age? What is the true meaning of happiness? Brooks shares that the secret to happiness is.... well, you'll have to watch the video to know, right??
So... now that you watched, what'll be in your gratitude list?
XOXO
P.S. In case you want to stalk follow Arthur, like I'm doing:
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Every time I finish a book my endorphins to through the roof. But they also do that when I play fetch with Howie, so maybe happiness comes from just being satisfied.
ReplyDeleteWell, that makes sense.
DeleteIt's actually two of the parameters he sets, what you are mentioning here. Happiness is different for every one but it keeps some similar triggers.
XOXO
Big says,
ReplyDeleteI don't feel let down after completing a goal - I get a sense of accomplishment. It seems the secret is being satisfied in general with the things you have in life. For me, that varies; sometimes I'm quite happy with my lot in life, sometimes not. And I thinlk that's pretty typical, no?
XOXO
Oh, but I know people who momentarily lose focus when they complete something, especially in their real life (it's different at work, of course). And yes, that's very typical. Happiness is not a constant.
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I definitely have a bit of depression after completing something but only personal stuff. Work-related goals don't seem to affect the happiness meter that much. And gratitude has really helped me out. I have kept a journal for years where I write down 3 things every day that I am thankful for.
ReplyDeleteThere you go.
DeleteAnd you're not alone. Many people feel that way for at least a moment. And work is different, because our goal is kind of mandatory.
I really love the idea of keeping a journal with a gratitude list!! Yes! Great routine.
XOXO
I never have an opportunity to feel down after completing something... because there is always something there waiting to be done. My happiness seems to come from always be doing - and yet I'm lazy, so my unhappiness is my own fault :) I tend not to celebrate things or draw attention to them. And I find I don't need others for validation. I do enough soul searching to validate myself and I'm hyper critical, so I never just pat myself on the back. It's all relative, I guess. I remind myself to be grateful all the time. So many I knew didn't get the opportunity to be happy or unhappy. So each day is a blessing.
ReplyDeleteOh, but that's the thing:
DeleteThere's always something lined up after. That keeps you motivated and focused. And being introspective and do self-reflection IS necessary and healthy, according to Arthur here.
And you are correct: each day IS a blessing.
XOXO