In today's world, even though we may be fully conscious of the spiritual emptiness of material attainment, we still need reminders that fulfillment has nothing to do with having possessions. People certainly try the strangest option for attaining fulfillment. They may drink six-pack of beer. They may drug themselves into oblivion. They may alter their bodies to achieve some arbitrary standard of beauty. They may work their whole lives to reach the pinnacle of success, only to have it mercilessly yanked from them in a second. But most sensible people know that there are no easy routes to long-term happiness. If you place your bets on temporary pleasures, you will find only temporary satisfaction. With cheap thrills, you get what you pay for...here today, gone tomorrow. Life isn't about having, It's about being. You could surround all yourself with all that money can buy, and you'll still be as miserable as a human can be. There are people with perfect bodies who don't have happiness they wished for.There are more joy in the slums than in wealthy gated communities.
Why is that?
You'll find contentment when your talents and passion are completely engaged, in full force. Recognize instant self-gratification for what it is. Resist the temptation to grab for material objects like the perfect house,the coolest clothes, or the hottest car. The ...if I just had X, I would be happy... syndrome is a mess delusion. When you look for happiness in mere object, they are never enough.
Look Around. Look Within.
