2006-09-26 04:52:32 · 20 answers · asked by computolo 6 in Social Science ➔ Psychology
It seems to me the happiest people I know are church goers who truly believe and lead a good life. Yes, they have troubles, but they never seem as severe as someone with out God/church. Unfortunately, I am not very religious and not very happy. Pets can make you happy too. JMO
2006-09-26 05:09:25 · answer #1 · answered by schuby 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Happiness is largely determined by the culture in wish we live, which could be a whole topic in itself.
Some people look at what they call Maslow's hierarchy of needs.... basically you need food and shelter, then you need social connections which include family and friends, and then a sense of some sort of spirituality.
I was sitting with my Dad a few Christmas's ago and we were talking a little and I was lamenting the fact that if I only had more money, then I would be happy. And Dad said, "no, money is not the answer!" He ought to know, being the hier to 2 large estates.
His answer really struck me considering the fact that he is a wealthy old man.
Happiness, IMO, is an ideal... something to strive for but maybe never fully attained.
2006-09-26 14:54:37 · answer #2 · answered by still fun 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Feeling good about the self is a great way to take on any of the challenges that life offers. Supporting family and friends are vital also. I have noticed that people can be happy at any station in life, as mentioned, happiness starts on the inside. It is an outlook, disposition or attitude.
2006-09-26 12:04:14 · answer #3 · answered by Sociallyinquisitive 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it's different for every human being.
me personally, all i need is food, water, and air.
to prove it to myself, i was intentionally homeless, and lived on the streets for two years. it was an amazing period in my life. if you shear away the things that are unnecessary, ie: the modern technological comforts, you really change the way you look at everything. it imparts a true sense of freedom to know that if my house ever gets destroyed by fire, flood, whatever, i'll be able to just walk away, and live happily.
2006-09-26 12:04:14 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
"Hola computolo!
I need the best place I can afford to live in. I need sufficient food, clothing and temperature.
Family, friends and acquaintances are an important part of my life.
Last, I need to continually contribute something to mankind, to ease the world's problems a little."
2006-10-01 15:25:23 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
About four or five nights of good sleep. As incredible as it might seem that would fundamentally change my whole life and how I felt but as I suffer from chronic insomnia it won't be happening.
2006-09-26 14:29:48 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Good Home
Good Job
Good Family/Friends
Big Screen TV (for football, NASCAR, etc.).
Lots of Good Beer.
2006-09-26 12:03:32 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Read the art of happieness
2006-09-26 12:01:57 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
For me, it's having a wonderful man who loves me and respects me. I suffer from a life threatening illness and he takes great care of me and never lets me dwell on it. He always puts a smile on my face and makes me laugh every day.
I don't know where I would be without him. He is my soul mate and my best friend. I love him with every ounce of my being and I never want to be without him.
2006-09-26 12:09:53 · answer #9 · answered by I love my husband 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
love from family and friends
love and contentment with a relationship
a decent job
savings
and good all round health ( a apple a day keeps the doctor away)
and keep smiling
2006-09-26 18:02:18 · answer #10 · answered by lizella 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋