by Bundy P
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June 25, 2007

Happiness

January 27, 2008 12:32 PM EST
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A great obstacle to happiness is expecting too much happiness.

- Bernard de Fontanelle, French writer

 

I often find myself expecting too much and not enjoying what is.  Learning to live in the moment is a hard lesson for me!

 
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Comments: 27

Deb J. Jan 27, 2008, 12:35pm EST
I so agree with you Bundy!!!
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Larry H. Jan 27, 2008, 12:36pm EST
Thanks for sharing your thoughts
Elaine A. Jan 27, 2008, 12:43pm EST
great article
El Toro Bravo de Amor Jan 27, 2008, 12:52pm EST
In all things, moderation.
Anne Marie A. Jan 27, 2008, 1:08pm EST
Great quote and very true!
Sue * Jan 27, 2008, 1:10pm EST
I think I needed this today! I keep thinking I need to have some "fun" and yet, what could be better than a free weekend, a good book and a blanket!
Josette K. Jan 27, 2008, 1:37pm EST
So true. Expectations are such the tripwire! Thanks for the reminder.
Bundy P Jan 27, 2008, 1:47pm EST
Here's to appreciating what we have!
William M. Jan 27, 2008, 2:19pm EST
I think this often holds true.
Queen Akasha (Previous Dead Soul) Jan 27, 2008, 2:24pm EST
Yeaaa! YOu know how they say, "what doesn't break you makes you stronger" or somethin like that.
sharon SugarMomma is a wise woman, Jan 27, 2008, 4:18pm EST
I've always found that bad stuff looms large and those small, brief moments of joy sometimes get lost in the memory.
Bert Van Essen Jan 27, 2008, 4:22pm EST
It sounds easy to live in the moment but I wonder if it does not take time to train ourselves to shut out the voices in our head that would make us dissatisfied.
Angela P. Jan 27, 2008, 4:57pm EST
I like it, Bundy!
Amanda "middle of nowhere" C. Jan 27, 2008, 5:39pm EST
Bundy, this is so true. I agree with Bert. It sounds easy to live in the moment but, when you try, it's tough. This seems especially true on Sunday afternoon, as I face the dreaded homework from my class and the duldroms of Monday at work. Deep down, I'm probably happy!

Have a nice day!
Nancy S. Jan 27, 2008, 5:53pm EST
I think we all need to work on this shortcoming Bundy.
Heather W. Jan 27, 2008, 5:58pm EST
Great quote
Danielle P. Jan 27, 2008, 7:47pm EST
Great lesson to try to remember, but I agree it is hard to do.
Phyllis R. Jan 27, 2008, 11:04pm EST
Bundy, these are sooooooo true!!!!!
Barb (Gather Site Ferret) Carlson Jan 27, 2008, 11:39pm EST
Yes, that's true. Also, having an unreasonable expectation of what it would mean to be "happy" is self-defeating, too. Happiness comes from within, but many people say, "If I only had a nice car," or "If I just made more money, then I would be happy." And if those things happen, they are very upset to find they still aren't happy. The key is to be happy with yourself and within yourself.
Susan N. Jan 28, 2008, 12:39am EST
So very true, I take a deep breath and relax and just go with the flow these days, life seems easier without a bunch of preconceived expectations....thanks
Karolyn Q. Jan 28, 2008, 8:48am EST
Very good quote and very true.

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Michele Scercy Jan 28, 2008, 8:59am EST
So very true.
Bundy P Jan 28, 2008, 9:09am EST
Looks like we're all working on living in the moment!
Ron B. Jan 28, 2008, 12:10pm EST
Everything happens in the here and now.
Priscilla P. Jan 28, 2008, 12:35pm EST
Happiness seems to sneak up on at the most unexpected times.
Bonnie S. Jan 28, 2008, 8:06pm EST
I agree with you.
Eliza Hartley Jun 23, 2009, 11:47am EDT

Not just for you, Bundy. For me, for the other guy in this room with me...I think for everyone! It's hard to know what makes you happy, and what to expect yourself to feel like, and not to expect too much happiness, isn't it? I actually just posted an article that asks--what is happiness? What does it mean to be happy? I think your perspective could really add a lot to the discussion, if you get a chance and you'd care to comment. Thanks so much! It's a huge favor, and I really appreciate it.

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