“Am I Truly Happy?”
When the fun pauses, and silence begins to take shape — what is it that we truly need?
When the heart no longer races and chooses peace instead, what do we really long for?
Have you ever asked yourself: “Am I truly happy?”
Right now, I live in a city that is quite peaceful and surrounded by both a healthy working environment and also kind people. I feel appreciated, understood, and supported now. Though everything seems beautiful, am I happy being myself?
We often ask ourselves countless questions about life. Sometimes we crave more. Small joys can sometimes make for a smile. Is this very present enough now when all of those questions just fade from view, and then answers begin to appear?
Happiness is dependent on consciousness, or how we view life, as the Buddha taught. When the heart and the mind are at peace, there is true joy. Not in possessing everything, but in understanding that we already share in that joy. We start to discover true freedom when we are no longer held captive by comfort, wealth, or prestige.
Happiness can be as simple as giving without expecting anything in return, accepting life as it is while remaining calm on the inside, and loving ourselves even when we are imperfect. It is connecting with the world around us, even if everything seems incomplete.
There will be times when happiness seems faraway.
We’re pumped up and enthusiastic at the start of the ascent. Reaching the summit brings pride. But we can’t stay on top forever. We plummet, wondering: “Was that joy ever enough?”
Then comes the hush. We take a step backward. We begin to seek serenity within ourselves rather than in the outside world. Every celebration eventually comes to an end. Life, like hills and valleys, has both ups and downs.
And when we stop fighting it — we learn to be grateful, to feel enough, and to quietly rest in our own kind of happiness.
“The current me hasn’t felt enough, but I cherish the people, memories, and experiences that have helped me grow up and find my own pleasure.” – Nadia
“Are you truly happy?”
“Yes, I am.”
