I attended a company event last week and met the most wonderful, positive person. We got to talking about where we lived and our neighborhoods and how we both really enjoyed the aspect of living in small towns. His description of his neighborhood, wife and kids, home and life was that it was 'a dream'.
How wonderful for this guy that he was living a life that he LOVED. And I'm not just assuming that he lived a life he loved - you could tell he truly loved his life.
How many people do you know that can describe their life like that? Those who know me know my love for Oprah and she's always talking about living your best life. This guy I believe truly was doing just that - living HIS best life. And ultimately -that's who we're living for right? We're living for ourselves. So why do so many people live a life doing things that don't bring them joy? They work in jobs they're unhappy in. They partner with people who don't make them happy. They go to university just to make their parents happy.
Is being happy and discovering joy for yourself really THAT bad of an outcome?! Why would anyone deny themselves that happiness? I recently read a book that suggests making a list of all the things you LOVE in life. Just acknowledge everything you find yourself saying that you love - write it down. I can't even describe the joy this list brings me. Newest addition to my list:
1. Starbucks at Christmas time
2. The Big Dipper
Both just make me happy. No reason. Don't need one - it's just on the list.
