Now is the Happiest Time

What constitutes happiness in life depends on a person's way of thinking, and what makes one happy is not necessarily the same as general theories or the values of others.

Think about what is important to you and how you can achieve a sense of happiness.

If you do not think based on your own standards, you will not feel fulfilled even if you conform to the standards of others.

Looking back on your life so far, when do you think you were the happiest?

The best thing is that while there are many happy scenes and many memorable moments, being able to say with confidence that 'now is the happiest time' is what matters.

With this mindset, there is also plenty of expectation that happiness will come every day.

Expectation brings you closer to reality.

So, what exactly is needed to be able to think that now is the happiest time?

For one thing, it is to firmly decide in your heart that you are going to be happy.

In life, there are fun times, but at the same time, unpleasant and sad things also happen.

Sometimes there are even moments when things are beyond your control.

Of course, there will be ups and downs and times when you feel sad, but if you believe that you will respond to them and accept them happily, then ultimately, you have nothing to fear.

When something happens, this determination or way of thinking will also serve as support.

And it is also important to believe that you are learning from everything and that something is supporting you so that you can be even happier.

Life is half based on what you believe to be true.

If you think it is good, it is good; if you think it is bad, it will start to look bad.

Also, one thing is to define your own definition of happiness.

What makes us happy is different for everyone.

It is not for those around you to say, and if the person themselves is happy, that is all that matters.

Since everyone has different values, think about what you want to do.

Conversely, since other people don't necessarily value the same things you do, try not to get too hung up on general theories or ideals of how things should be.

Therefore, you can and should define what happiness is and what makes you happy based on your own honest feelings.

Like Soichiro Honda, I feel that if you can live a life where your heart is rich, you aren't causing trouble for anyone, and you are doing what you love, even without money, that must be the happiest life.

Everyone has different values and different circumstances, so the standard for happiness varies. While there may be a gap between your ideals and reality, you should always strive to pursue your ideals, don't you think?

If you rely on someone else's definition, you will not only be inconsistent but also be pushed around.

Prepare your own definition of happiness and stick to it thoroughly.

For example, some think that while it's hard to be happy, it's easy if you have money, and it's true that having money makes life easier.

But in this day and age, doesn't 'an easy life' not necessarily mean 'happiness'?

Since you want an easy life, money is of course important and it's fine to seek it, but if you don't think about other things at the same time, when you do get the money, you'll end up asking, 'So, what's next?'

The sense of emptiness at that moment is indescribable.

Furthermore, to be able to think that now is the happiest time, being able to say 'I like who I am right now' is also a major factor.

Perhaps this might even be more important.

Even with happiness in work, fulfillment is just a result, not a goal. If you focus on results, fulfillment will surely follow, but you need to be aware that the true meaning of work results must be viewed in terms of their contribution to happiness in life.

If you don't like yourself, there are many things you won't be able to do.

Do you like yourself as you are right now?

If not, why is that?

It might be a good idea to make a list.

Once you have a list, try to prove whether those reasons are truly the truth.

Is it really impossible without those reasons?

Try changing your way of thinking to believe that you don't need logic, reasons, or conditions to like yourself.

After all, you don't really think about the logic behind falling in love with someone, do you?

If you are setting various conditions, such as 'once I can do this' or 'if only I had more confidence,' realize that this is not unconditional love.

To be able to say that you are happiest right now, what you need is unconditional love for yourself.

Try starting by cherishing yourself without overthinking the logic.