Love this Chris. I think that putting ones own happiness above just about everything else is actually the opposite of selfish. It takes a lot of work to find what it is that makes you happy, then a lot more work to maintain that happiness. Striving for happiness makes me better in all areas of life, which is the main reason I think its unselfish. It seems obvious when put that way, but I see many people close to me that don't think about their happiness at all really, only that of others.
This post really resonates with me. My newsletter's all about finding happiness and meaning in life. I can't prove that I'm (reasonably) content with my life. Of course, my life's not perfect. But it's not dumpy either.
So, how do I show credibility? That's a challenge/question I still don't have an (good) answer for. I mean, sure, I tell personal stories. But, I feel like there must be another way. I haven't found it yet.
On the other hand, I'm like, "so be it." Because I feel like I also shouldn't have to care whether others find me credible or not. If I did, it would just make me miserable because I'd be hanging my happiness on what others think. I don't think that's a good idea, either.
So... I don't know... I do like trying to wrap my head around these paradoxes.
I agree. The more you try to find ways to show your happiness credibility, the less likely you are to be happy.
But then does that mean it's impossible to make money off of being happy? Does your happiness have to be dependent on earning money in a different way?
Love this Chris. I think that putting ones own happiness above just about everything else is actually the opposite of selfish. It takes a lot of work to find what it is that makes you happy, then a lot more work to maintain that happiness. Striving for happiness makes me better in all areas of life, which is the main reason I think its unselfish. It seems obvious when put that way, but I see many people close to me that don't think about their happiness at all really, only that of others.
I do think it's important that you pursue your own happiness with introspection, though
This post really resonates with me. My newsletter's all about finding happiness and meaning in life. I can't prove that I'm (reasonably) content with my life. Of course, my life's not perfect. But it's not dumpy either.
So, how do I show credibility? That's a challenge/question I still don't have an (good) answer for. I mean, sure, I tell personal stories. But, I feel like there must be another way. I haven't found it yet.
On the other hand, I'm like, "so be it." Because I feel like I also shouldn't have to care whether others find me credible or not. If I did, it would just make me miserable because I'd be hanging my happiness on what others think. I don't think that's a good idea, either.
So... I don't know... I do like trying to wrap my head around these paradoxes.
Excuse my rambling train of thought. 😅
I agree. The more you try to find ways to show your happiness credibility, the less likely you are to be happy.
But then does that mean it's impossible to make money off of being happy? Does your happiness have to be dependent on earning money in a different way?