The purpose of mans life is not happiness but worthiness. - TopicsExpress



          

The purpose of mans life is not happiness but worthiness. —Felix Adler When we pursue happiness as a goal for its own sake, we usually reach the opposite point of emptiness. Feeling happy is a by-product of other life experiences. Happiness comes and goes. We welcome it but cannot capture and hold it, nor can we create a recipe for achieving happiness. We will lead far more successful lives pursuing other values which we do have control over, such as honesty, respect for others and ourselves, seeking loving relationships, and making a contribution to the well being of others. We can accept unhappiness and difficulties without struggle when we know we are doing something that has greater meaning. Our Eleventh Step tells us we pray only for knowledge of Gods will for us and the power to carry that out. This helps us focus on Gods purpose for us. We can have an inner sense of joy knowing we are leading meaningful lives, even when we arent having a particularly happy day. I will seek the goals that make my life worthwhile and welcome happiness when it comes. I prey that I will be worthy enough to see my happy place again.
Posted on: Wed, 17 Dec 2014 15:54:55 +0000

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