2006-09-21 02:22:49 · 9 answers · asked by Mindwalker 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Philosophy
Im not asking you to answer the question on my behalf i am asking what people think THEY need to be happy. I know exactly what i need to be happy.
2006-09-21 02:35:59 · update #1
So i have been asked to repsond to my own question :)
I feel happpyness is generated from within. The problem comes when we associate this choice of happyness with phyical things or the actions of others. We get so used to attibuting out emotions to these outside Influences we loose sight of out limitless ability to generate out lives and out happyness. There are a lot of things i enjoy, like love, success, smilling, being a kind stranger, fire twirling.... However these things are not a sum of, or a means to my happyness. They are the things i enjoy to do and have while im BEING happy!.
2006-09-21 04:24:05 · update #2
You need to decide to be happy. We each create our own reality, what is good or bad or fulfilling etc. Each of us decides whether our reality is what we want or not. But, in the end, we created the place we exist in. We have made the choices that led us to what we are and who we are. If the choices you made do not make you happy, make other choices. Otherwise, you can decide to be happy or not with what you are.
2006-09-21 02:37:20 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋
I really think most ppl never ask themselves that question. They only dwell on what is making them unhappy. It is a very good question though, and one I do ask myself, and use to set goals. The question makes me curious as to what should prove to be some interesting and varied responses. We are all different and everyone has different needs and desires. So, to my answer. First and foremost before anyone can be happy, myself incuded, your basic needs must be met, ie food, shelter safety, etc; look up Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, I totally agree with it. Then we all define what we need of love, esteem and self actualization. For me it would be to see my children grow and have their own happiness by being secure in theit being; to have someone to share my life with, to take care of and to take care of me and be my best friend and lover; to succeed and fullfil my carreer goals and be recognized as an expert in my field (I love my job and have so many things I want to do.) I want to make someone smile everyday, to share some happiness with the rest of the world. Happiness is not accomplished with one goal or one set of goals, it is a lifelong process, and happiness is found in the journey as well as in the destination. My journey is well underway, my destination shining in the distance.
Will you answer your own question?
2006-09-21 03:44:21 · answer #2 · answered by Dizzy 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Choices.
2006-09-21 02:24:08 · answer #3 · answered by retro_girl34 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
If you believe in God and ask His son Jesus to live in your heart and change your life, the Holy Spirit will come in and you will feel content and happy. Of course you will still have ups and downs but when God is directing your life, the outcomes can be much better.
I hope this helps you.
We have a christian band called "SAVED". Just happened to see your question and wanted to help.
Write any time if you have questions.
God Bless,
Monica
2006-09-21 02:30:57 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 3⤋
Enough money to pay my bills and have plenty left over for fun and entertainment.
Hobbies.
My friends and family.
Nature and the outdoors.
Good health.
2006-09-21 02:41:06 · answer #5 · answered by Adam 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Fulfillment of potential.
2006-09-21 02:47:21 · answer #6 · answered by jayelthefirst 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
True Freedom for everyone and everything
;-)
::: Peace :::
2006-09-21 04:03:23 · answer #7 · answered by Am 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I know what I need to be happy. What do you need to be happy? I can't answer that for you. You need to figure that out for yourself.
2006-09-21 02:29:15 · answer #8 · answered by lilpinay 6 · 0⤊ 3⤋
yourself.
2006-09-21 02:34:53 · answer #9 · answered by Jim 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋