Thoughts about Happiness.

In my 20's I was searching for love and acceptance, like most of us are doing at that point in our lives. Living consciously is a term that can have connections to eastern religion, and I hesitate to talk about it, as I am still struggling with the loss of a community of friends. They are still here with us, but something has changed in my theology. When I was 21, I became a born again Christian, but quickly learned that my faith in God in my life was something to be tested. It was tested further in 1999 when I had a mental health crisis. Life is short, and there is nothing that we should regret. I'm not saying the purpose of life is to have as much fun you can, but being happy is a clear indication that you are on the right path.

Happiness is not conditional. What that means is that my happiness is not dependent on your happiness, yet, I cannot be happy in my life if I am making others miserable. My happiness is conditional on my ability to live by the truth. Ignorance is the enemy of happiness, I cannot remain in an ignorant state of mind and make others happy, let alone myself. Wisdom or enlightenment can bring the mind into a state of inactivity, but it is through this inactive or "calm mind" that one can transcend common wisdom, and live by faith. One doesn't have to know all the reasons why somethings exist, but one must have an an actualization of their soul.

Suffering can make someone aware of the deeper mysteries of life, and it can be through vicarious suffering that one truly understands the deeper meaning of their existence. One can have an experience of faith apart from suffering, and one can fully experience God without suffering. Suffering is a part of our human existence, and can lead to a fulfilling life. Fulfilment is possible only as long as we are willing to change. This is Mike.

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Some Bible Verses on Money.

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