Is that a "life is pain, madame, anyone who says differently is selling something" tag I see?
I read somewhere, and wish I'd bookmarked it, that depressed people tend to have a more realistic worldview than cheerful people. But, yeah, I'd rather be happy, and do try and find joy where I can =)
{{HUGS}} I really do think happiness, or contentment, is found in the littlest things, more so than the big ones, really. And a lot of times (not always) they are things we take for granted but should be so grateful for: a warm bed on a cold, rainy day, a nutritious meal that fills our tummies, comfortable shoes, something nice to read--the *ability* to read. Then there are the bigger things: people and/or companion animals who love us, etc. I think Sheryl Crow summed it up nicely: it's not having what you want, it's wanting what you got. :) Now, I just need to remind myself of that whenever I start to whine.
Ha. As a psych major in undergrad, I have to say trista_zevkia is right. Being clinically depressed at the time I read it made it all more depressing to read. Go fig.
And I was one of those people who often think about what a mind-fuck of a miracle things like a circulatory system are too, and how lucky I am all of it works - even the parts I don't necessarily need like all my toes (and no extras) and how I don't even need corrective lenses. Being appreciative didn't help me feel any less shite back then either. I'm glad it works for you though. And I'm glad to hear I'm not the only one feeling appreciative out there. There's something to be said for that and that alone. (man when I saw the body worlds exhibit that was a mind blower too...I've been showing the old machine a *little* more respect since then but...probably still not enough!)
Being appreciative doesn't always make things seem better. But for me it's a reminder that things won't always be this way and that there is something beyond me and my issues. It's moment-by-moment, you know? But hanging my hopes on some nebulous future source of happiness always disappoints.
I am pretty awed by the wonders of nature, though. The more I learn the more amazing it all becomes. Hope all the 'Snicks are well, including the 'Snicklet. Talk about a miracle!
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I read somewhere, and wish I'd bookmarked it, that depressed people tend to have a more realistic worldview than cheerful people. But, yeah, I'd rather be happy, and do try and find joy where I can =)
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I think happiness is a moment-to-moment thing, and I agree that it's important to find joy where you can.
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And I was one of those people who often think about what a mind-fuck of a miracle things like a circulatory system are too, and how lucky I am all of it works - even the parts I don't necessarily need like all my toes (and no extras) and how I don't even need corrective lenses. Being appreciative didn't help me feel any less shite back then either. I'm glad it works for you though. And I'm glad to hear I'm not the only one feeling appreciative out there. There's something to be said for that and that alone. (man when I saw the body worlds exhibit that was a mind blower too...I've been showing the old machine a *little* more respect since then but...probably still not enough!)
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I am pretty awed by the wonders of nature, though. The more I learn the more amazing it all becomes. Hope all the 'Snicks are well, including the 'Snicklet. Talk about a miracle!
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