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Essay / Happiness is a state of mind - 454
Happiness is a state of mind. The dictionary definition is “feelings of mixed joy and pleasure.” A feeling of happiness is more than just an experience of joy or pleasure. It is a state of mind in which the individual feels that “life is beautiful”. As Aristotle says: “Happiness is the meaning and purpose of life, the aim and end of human existence. » I believe that everyone wants to be happy in life. One is abnormal if he prefers to be sad and alone. Happiness is something that must be practiced according to John Lubbock. Well I guess he's right, I know happiness will come deep within us. If only we thought about it. How could I promote happiness? Of course, starting with myself, the saying "10 percent is what happens to us and 90 percent is how we deal with it" is one of my favorites. I may not be able to control what will happen to me, but I sure as hell always have power over my emotions. In all circumstances, whether good or bad, I always have to keep those smiles on my face. I am grateful to God no matter what, because I know He is always in control. Another thing is for me to know my purpose in life. Since I already knew that and already realized what I really wanted in life, it is. It is important for me to have a lot of faith in God and to have confidence in myself. Next, I need to share God’s love with other people…this may be through serving others. The feeling of making others happy is something I would never trade. Enjoying the company of my loved ones would also bring me happiness. If I could get even closer to my family and friends… I bet it would be a sure source of happiness. Mark Twain believes that whoever is happy will make others happy too. So if I wanted to promote the happiness of others, I must first have that happiness. I could promote the happiness of others by always smiling at them..