How To Be Happy And Create A Lifetime Of Joy With Your Memories
Just came back from Ogunquit, Maine. I love it there. I love the quiet beach, eating fresh seafood, breathing in the crisp ocean air and talking amazing walks. Why though? The reason is that I have such warm memories of this place. And my memories tell me a story even before I walk on the beach. My future and the joy I find are largely due to my anticipation based on my memories.
I saw a whale come out of the water a few days ago and that tied in to my memory of seeing dolphin’s many years ago in Wildwood.
These memories and the anticipation that comes with them will last me a lifetime.
I’ve written about living in the now and experiencing the present moment many times. During these times I feel contentment but not necessarily joy.
Joy I find comes from remembering the incredible beauty in the stories of my life. I may have experienced stunning beauty on multiple cliffs or felt the peace and quiet of a hot summer day. I have heard the sound of waves lapping on a shore in many places. These extraordinary memories never get old.
When I think about any of these memories of my life I am truly happy and even joyful at times.
Forget about buying stuff, go out and create a lifetime of wonderful memories. That is what true joy and happiness is all about.
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