2007-03-01 01:00:22 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Arts & Humanities ➔ Philosophy
I think many people are unhappy because they do not accept reality. There's an appropriate prayer for any religion called "the serenity prayer." "God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can and the wisdom to know the difference." Think about the meaning of those words--whether or not you believe in God. If you cannot change that which makes you unhappy, you must accept it. If you can change the situation, you have to be brave enough to make the attempt.
2007-03-01 01:11:03 · answer #1 · answered by David M 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just decide to be happy. Then do everything it takes: take care of yourself physically & emotionally. Do things you enjoy. Say positive affirmations & eventually you start believing them. Learn to love yourself (it can be done! A struggle for me but I'm getting there!) If you don't love yourself then you can't be happy (no matter what you have. All the possessions & friends & love in the world won't help if you don't love yourself.) If you love yourself then you can't help but be happy!
2007-03-01 09:12:40 · answer #2 · answered by amp 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
By recognizing, counting and appreciating your BLESSINGS.
It might sound cliche but it's the best remedy. We too often focus on negatives when we've got sooooo many positive going on for us. Family, loved ones, friends, breath of life, health, fresh air to breathe, a roof over our heads, sight, the ability to hear, a car, arms, legs, a job, a park you can go to... i could go on and on... and if you believe in Jesus, then you've got HIM always looking out for you.
There are so many people in poorer countries who do not even have clean water to drink....
2007-03-01 10:19:32 · answer #3 · answered by Slim Shady 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't try and live life trying to meet other peoples expectations and worrying about what other people will think of you and do what you want to do.
2007-03-01 09:08:50 · answer #4 · answered by In Between Mind States 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Lower your expectations.
2007-03-01 10:42:20 · answer #5 · answered by Drew 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know, but if by chance you should ever discover the secret of happiness, please let me know.
2007-03-01 09:04:33 · answer #6 · answered by remy 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Smoke lots of pot and maybe you will forget how unhappy you are.
2007-03-01 09:05:24 · answer #7 · answered by angrycroak555 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
just be yourself and dont pretend what others like you to be.
good luck
2007-03-01 09:10:17 · answer #8 · answered by *Grace* 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋