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The Freedom Paradox
In the words of Carl Gustav Jung: “People don’t have ideas, ideas have people.” How many ideas exist? Many to be sure but only one exists which possesses people in order to create an ultimate purpose therefore meaning and finally happiness: Freedom.
By James Sirois6 years ago in Motivation
Finding Hapiness
Living in a small town can be pretty boring sometimes. Whether it be walking the same roads and bike trails or visiting the same old restaurant you've been going to for years. Seeing the same people everyday at the local gas station so much they know you by your name can sometimes make you feel you may never really leave that town and if you do you may find yourself walking back down that street you grew up on a few years down the road looking to purchase a house. It can be scary to think there is a chance you may never really experience life to it's fullest if you stay around in one place. Stopping to realize there is some beauty to that town your so scared to be stuck in can change the way you think, not only about the town but life in general. Hi I'm Brian and for 25 years I've been in the same town and have caught myself feeling stuck here. It takes nights like these for me to remember that there are good things about being here. This local quarry where we go to swim and have some summer fun really does wonders when you just need to let go and relax. The dusty air from people burning out in their jeeps to the high cliffs you jump from to feel a sense of being alive all tie into what makes this place such a beautiful spot. Sometimes to bring people together all you need is to drive down that dirt road and have a chat with a bunch of strangers. We all feel like we can be lost sometimes and feel that nothing will ever change, but if you go down this dirt road there are people waiting there to let you know your not alone in feeling that way and you can talk about your dreams and goals over a few cold ones with the other lost. One day you will look back and realize you were not as lost as you once felt and that things can change so quickly you don't even notice them changing. You may actually want to go back and visit that place you once felt stuck in because you wish you could have it all back. The simple times flying down the dirt roads listening to your favourite songs with your favourite people. We tend to loose sight of what is truly important trying to chase a false sense of happiness. "I need to buy that big house with the big backyard. I need to make so much money that I can buy anything I want to make me happy. You ever seen a sad person on a big boat? Ya me either so don't tell me money can't buy happiness" We tend to loose our selfs in these dreams we make up in our heads because society says that is what will make us happy. In doing so we tend to let magical moments like these slip through cracks of our fingertips to be lost in the false sense of security that has been tattooed into our brains by the bougie and fabulous things we see in our media. Looking out at the crowd of people I see before me while attending a social gathering at this amazing place reminds me that. Maybe, just maybe. There is happiness to be found beyond the things we feel we need to reach if we just open our eyes to see what is right in front of us. So drive down that dirt road, blast some music, and most importantly have fun! We all end up in the same place at the end.
By Brian Lewis6 years ago in Motivation
Happiness is of the mind. Happiness is a choice.
What is happiness? Happiness is being in a state of joy, contentment, and having positive emotions. It's also said that happiness reflects on how good the individual in question feels about life. Yet, in today's depression is on raise with youth having a constant feeling of sadness, emptiness, and even question the purpose of life.
By Cassper BaddestXVI6 years ago in Motivation
5 Keys of Happiness
Many people asked why their lives seem unfulfilled. Many people wondered about how to make do with their time on earth. This is not a simple question. It takes dedication, truthfulness, and honesty to make happiness work for you. If you seek it then you should have it. Even with all the chaos in the world, your life can make a difference. Not only for your friends and family but also for everyone who you come in contact with. So make the difference and watch your legacy change a generation:
By Distinguished Honorary Alumni Dr. Matthew Primous6 years ago in Motivation
4 Simple Steps to a Perfect Early Morning – Advice from a Night Owl
I am a night owl. Well, not literally. I don’t have wings, live in a tree and swivel my head around 270 degrees. Rather, I am genetically predisposed to getting up and going to bed later than most people. My body clock is set slightly later than the average.
By Jamie Jackson6 years ago in Motivation
The Expectations Of Being In Your Early Twenties.
There are many expectations that fall upon us in our twenties, Whether it is from society, Your family and friends or even expectations you have for yourself because of comparison to the people around you. We compare ourselves to people all around us,even strangers! feeling the pressure of going to university because many of your siblings have been and your friends are going and you don't want to miss any of the experiences.
By Twenties Girl6 years ago in Motivation
Challenge Accepted
I once thought as a lot of you do. When a disaster, challenge, or some personal distress happened to me, I gritted my teeth, balled up my fists, and stuck it out. When I reached the other side of the problem, I heaved a sigh of relief and got on with it. The problem, challenge, or disaster was shoved into the back of my mind.
By Myra Hotchkiss6 years ago in Motivation
Emotional Things
Sometimes we see our emotions creeping up on us, sometimes they act independently. Sometimes we see our next thought coming, sometimes only our eyes can see. Humans act on a spontaneous rythum, keeping only one steady beat at heart; a heartbeat.
By Christina Brady6 years ago in Motivation
4 Life Quotes That Will Change the Way You See The World Forever
I am a great admirer of quotes. They carry a tremendous amount of wisdom in just a few lines. It truly amazes me how someone can distill so much information into something so powerful. It triggers something within us, makes us think, and inspires us to take action.
By Manish Jain6 years ago in Motivation
Perfectionism.
With the current world situation, many life plans have been disturbed, lifestyles have been dramatically altered and even as an essential worker (where the only real workplace change I’ve experienced is work hour adjustments) I feel the increased stress and turbulence myself through the impact it has on my family and friends. More than ever, a discussion of perfectionism is relevant to our current situation and mental health.
By Ashley Beeby6 years ago in Motivation
