Mary’s Minute
“There is only one happiness in this life, to love and be loved.”
~ George Sand
I have heard it said that there is no such thing as happiness, but only moments of happiness. I disagree. For me, happiness is just the opposite. Happiness is not a passing finite and concrete concept; happiness is an overarching being. I think George Sand sums it up. We gain a sense of true happiness when we love and are loved.
I think people confuse good times or satisfaction with happiness. It is great to have fun. It is important to find satisfaction in life. Laughter is important for our good mental health. These are moments that are important in our lives, but these should not be confused with happiness.
Happiness is so much more! Happiness is about an overall feeling of connectedness to others – a sense belonging, to love and be loved. Love, which is so much more than romantic love is about caring for others. It is about feeling like you matter and making others feel that they matter to you.
Moments come and go, but true happiness can dwell within us always when we accept the power of loving and accepting love in return.
Have a great week!
Mary
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