Miss the bus? That darn driver…Someone acted in a rash way towards you? Well they’re a ______ and you never liked them anyways….Can’t get your favorite TV show on? Unfair!
It may feel blunt and rude to point out, but this constant accessibility to modern gadgets, distractions, and toys has created a selfish, disillusioned, and immature culture. Because people don’t knowanything outside of this, however, it’s very important to learn to perceive the big picture.
Our world is almost seven billion in population. EVERY diversity you can imagine exists: poor, fat, cute, rich, simple, complex, sad…and happy.
There is no proof having everything go your way brings happiness. In fact, those who have been proven to be happiest have some of the hardest and simple lives!
(Watch “Happy” Documentary)
An example from the mentioned documentary is a man in Indonesia who works 16 hours a day to provide for his wife and 4 children. He runs a rickshaw which continuously wears him down physically, but because he’s mentally strong and decides to feel blessed, he’s happier than I’d say 98% of Americans whom have a house, a beautiful car, more than enough money, and all the latest gadgets.
His house isn’t even completely covered, it has a tarp over one end and water sometimes gets in and soaks their sleeping mat on the floor. Sometimes food is scarce – but he and his family are all smiles. They feel HAPPY because they decide to be.
When one isn’t being programmed and bombarded by distraction, illusion, and lies, they must sit by themselves. Many people are scared to find out who they are and perhaps they have reason to be! Most have a lot of repressed anger, judgment, fear, and longing for love; it’s easy to get lose in the sea of emotions.
To truly understand the self, however, is to accept truth and reality in its GOOD and its BAD. It’s humbling to ACCEPT the true nature of yourself and also realize there is personal work that needs to be done!
Until this is realized, our taught nature is to shield and reflect our insecurities and worries on others… This is not beneficial for our growth individually or as a collective consciousness. It becomes easy to to depend upon excuses to hold us through life, but we can change our mentality and habits!
It’s tough work, but If you strive to be like the father in Indonesia working diligently every day, or like the peaceful yogis who find God and love in all, or if you’re just seeking your happiest self now, you have to WAKE UP and ACCEPT life as it is in THIS MOMENT.
Release egotistical thoughts which you believe describe or make you as an individual. Truly there is nothing but all-ness and one with all. Separation is of the Ego and it is what holds you back from your full potential.
To find happiness at all times, you must CHANGE your MIND and perceive the positive and good in all situations. There is ALWAYs a silver lining.
Also, accept that your present reality is a reflection of your previous thoughts. The law of Attraction is undeniable – we are energy and our thoughts affect vibration and what manifests in our life. Seek positive, thoughtful, and uplifting affirmations to fill your thoughts and transform your life. You can do this after taking personal responsibility for what you are experiencing right now and deciding to move on.
Meditate on your beauty and bliss – become one with the creator and all in this life! You are amazing, beautiful, and full of light. Let it shine!
Read works from authors such as: Eckhart Tolle, Wayne Dyer, and Louise Hay. They are inspirational and speak from the soul – words of wisdom we all can use.
Take responsibility for your actions and attitude in life. It’s a journey of self discovery and truth, but until you accept your CONTROL your innate nature and how you respond to things, no outer material goods will ever bring you happiness.
You are perfect and happiness is within you right now. You just have to find it.
<3 Blessings
Article by Amanda Froelich. Check out her website for more great inspiration.
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