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Tuesday 10th 2009f March 2009

The meaning of life.

I’m often asked my opinion as to what is the meaning of life. Why are we here? I’ve thought about this and I’ve had some grand ideas- we’re here to save the planet from destruction (too late I’m afraid); we’re here to learn to love everyone equally- a bit challenging that one; and many other possible reasons why we are here. I’ve come to my conclusion and I believe that this is the meaning to life and why we are here. The reason is- to be content, to find contentment. I truly believe this is what we should aspire too. It might sound simple. Too simple. You might think you already have that. But do you?

Contentment is a gentle peaceful feeling inside that is always there regardless of what life throws at you. It includes joy and happiness and love (much love). A wonderful feeling of being alive to live another day. The deep courage in oneself to know that any challenge that comes to us will be met with peace and understanding- not drama, stress, anger, upset.

Contentment includes happiness but isn’t necessarily the same as happiness. Who can maintain true happiness every second of every day? Contentment isn’t about trying to be content; it’s just being content in a natural state of being. It includes doing work you love, being in loving relationships that nurture and support, living in an environment that brings you joy and peace. It includes and involves so many things but then it would- we wouldn’t want the meaning to life to be simple, would we?

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