Socrates said that the beginning of wisdom is the definition of terms. You should begin your quest for happiness and success by defining exactly what "happiness" and "success" mean for you - otherwise, how do you know you don't already have it? You won't find success until you are happy and know exactly what success means to you; and you won't be happy until you decide to be.
You may think that you don't have happiness in your life because you are feeling unhappy right now. It may seem obvious to you that you are looking for happiness because you don't feel happy, and therefore are not happy. You may even be frustrated because happiness is so elusive, or seems so far away. If only you could find happiness... Then you wouldn't have to suffer anymore.
The secret to finding happiness is in knowing where to look. Happiness is inside you. Even when you are looking into the dark, scary, sad, or lonely corners of your mind, happiness is still in there waiting for you to look in its direction. Define what happiness is to you, and then you'll know where to look - what thoughts to think and what images to dwell upon.
It has been said that success is: Loving who you are, what you're doing, and how you're doing it. There is no financial component to this formula; nor are the actions and moods of others a factor in your success and happiness. Of course others can affect you and your plans - but usually only if you allow them to. And, in any case, there is nothing you cannot adapt to, or overcome.
Much misery comes from chasing other people's ideas of success and happiness. "If I looked like THAT, I'd be happy;" or, "If I had THAT, I'd be happy..." Sure, THAT house and THAT car and THAT job might make you happy. But what if it doesn't? Where did you get that definition of success you've been chasing? Do you even remember? And what about your definition of, "Happiness;" since when did, "Good enough," become good enough?
Decide what success and happiness are to you; and then decide to be happy. It might not seem that easy at first; but it is that simple. Let-go of your old ideas about not being able to be happy unless some particular thing happens, or unless you achieve, attain, or acquire certain things; and let-go of your attachment to the past - and all the things that happened to you, and all the things you lost. Then, do what you love, and what naturally comes next.
Eventually - probably a lot sooner than you think - your thoughts and actions will have brought you what you were looking for. Don't be worried or afraid that you are doing the "wrong" thing; listen to your heart and stay your course. If you've decided to be happy regardless of your circumstances, situation, or surroundings, success is already yours; and you have everything it takes to successfully live the life of your dreams - happiness, imagination, and faith in yourself and your dreams.
Pete Koerner is the author of The Belief Formula: The Secret to Unlocking the Power of Prayer. The Belief Formula is a look at how you can use ancient wisdom and modern scientific awareness to learn how to use your mind to reclaim your health and create the life of your dreams.
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