Most people would have different ideas on what things are meaningful to them; despite the similarities we all share in life we all have our individual thoughts and attitudes and the experiences that drive them. The word itself speaks of something that has meaning or that which is important or serious such as a meaningful discussion a couple might have about the future of their relationship, but other things can be meaningful of course and when it comes to a person's life it means something more.
What I believe is, or should be, common to us all is that we should work towards a meaningful life in general and here I mean with oneself, family and friends and in the things we do. I believe life can be much more fulfilling this way than if we do not seek that state of being.
People talk about a good life and often define it by being happy, which I agree with, and I understand that many elements combine to bring that to pass; having a meaningful life adds a little more though. Those very same elements we use to create a happy life can be used to help others do the same, to help them achieve, learn and grow and to create a better future generally and I think someone doing that for others could say they have a meaningful life.
Meaningful seems to be heavily in the eye of the beholder, and while I might be wrong in my opinion, I think most people don't actually lead very meaningful lives. I think most of us are just doing busywork in like everyone else, saying "I might be wrong, but then so is everyone else". It is a lazy way to live.
Btw, I like your pillow cases - we have similar, but a different model :)
It's a personal thing and sometimes so diverse between different individuals. I also think meaningful loses its essence if what a person does to engage in a meaningful life for themselves ends up hurting or harming others. I agree though, many people search for and strive towards nothing much at all...Laziness is popular and in fashion these days.
You have similar? What a coincidence that is, and we didn't even email each other before purchase! 🙃
Becca 🌷
U mean to say ... to be a philanthropist? Or rather to be a helpful person. I tried to help who were in need in various way, But everytime I ended up being fooled....be it in office or in relation. They made use of my innocence...and ultimately I have changed my perception.
Hmm, not so much philanthropic, that wasn't my thought. I was more along the lines of each person finding what's meaningful to them, whatever that may be, and to pursue it with passion. Of course, some people find meaning in philanthropic works but I think a person can find meaningful things daily and some them are very simple and small things.
I'm sorry to hear the assistance you've given has not been treated well and it's changed your perception, however that doesn't mean you're a bad person and certainly doesn't mean you cannot still find a meaningful life; yours is just different to others, like it is with most of us.
Becca 🌷
I do find a meaningful life by being respecting to those who meant a lot to me...rather than looking for other who values me for their selfish and mean purpose.
I think I've said this before, but you seem like a really nice person, genuine and a gentleman too. It's a credit to you.
Becca 🌷
Many do not know how to find the meaning of their life, which lies in knowing who we are and working for a better future, I hope everyone can achieve it and be fully happy, from the inside.
Hugs Becca.💗
Beautiful, beautiful song and lyrics!
Yes you're right, people can be so blinded by what seems important but is in fact nothing but noise created to keep people destabilised and spending money at the shop, a zombie to social media or a slave to the propaganda the general media feed them. Sad really, but it's a choice.
I'm glad you like the song, it's in my top three favorites of all time.
Becca 🌷
It's really sad... I see people walking around with their mind inside their phone without looking around, without looking at life... they miss out on so much! Thanks for sharing that song. I hope you had a great day.💗
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