Every person seeks happiness, peace and harmony. But
often stumbles upon misery, stress and dis-content. Then, starts a journey.
Each one takes a different route.
The most common route leads to a pleasant life. A life of material comfort and luxury. One studies
in a good school, goes to the university and finds a rewarding job and climbs
up and up the ladder. Or, he starts his own business, and flourishes. Such a
life is a life full of pleasures. At times, this person wonders – am I really
happy?
You may choose a different track. The road less traveled.
You are passionate about something and love doing it. You get so absorbed in
the activity that you lose track of time, even yourself. Such a life is a life
of flow, an engaged life. You may
find gratification in sport, science, design, or cooking. This is good life.
One uses her signature strengths on an ongoing basis and feels happy.
Some others search for meaning in their lives. They
have the greater good of humanity in their minds. They seek happiness for
themselves and all around them. They strive for, and acquire, right wisdom and
are full of compassion for others. One such enlightened soul visited this
planet about two thousand and five hundred years ago. He saw misery all around
and, by deep meditation, discovered a way out of it. That is why he is known as
‘Tathagata’ – one who has walked the Path and known the Truth! The path is the
eight-fold noble path of morality, mindfulness and wisdom. Such a life is a meaningful life.
Swami Vivekananda, it seems, preferred a meaningful
life over others. He once said, “They only live who live for others. Others are
more dead than alive!”
But you may choose the life you wish to live. You can
choose a pleasant life, or an engaged one, or a life full of meaning. You can aspire
to be a Buddha, and you too can become a Buddha – the Enlightened One! The
choice is totally yours.
As the Enlightened One blessed us: Bhavatu sabba
mangalam! May all beings be happy!
Jagat
Singh Bisht
Founder: LifeSkills
“Skills
for a happier and meaningful life!”
Happiness Coach & Laughter Yoga Master Trainer
+91 73899 38255
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