Over the last 10 I have been stretched on content and a clear thought process around my feelings and emotions of happiness and the different facets that contribute to it. I think, like many things, when we have a deadline or a set period of time we’re working against, the final stretch is always going to require more investment, time, and effort, because it is the finish.

I wrote of some additional lessons I have learned or felt reiteration of their importance over the last 10 days and as I near closer to finishing my blog have tried to take more of a step back to reflect on aspects of happiness that I think have stood the test of time for me, have come up on various occasions and ones that I feel I have hopefully captured, and expressed throughout this journey. All of which I have developed in the hope that someone will find solace in my work.

Lesson 5 - Presence - Embracing and living in the present moment is key to true happiness, as appreciating each moment as it comes allows for boundless exposure to joy and fulfillment amid the modern world's distractions and misconceptions.

Lesson 6 - Community - I highly value my alone time and deep connections with my inner circle, yet I recognise the increasing importance of community engagement, expanding connections, and human-to-human interactions for personal growth and overall happiness, especially as I get older.

Lesson 7 - Exercise - Although the pursuit of happiness is primarily defined by internal understanding and perception, prioritizing physical exercise is essential in maintaining a healthy body, mind, and subsequently, happiness, amid societal shifts towards efficiency and reduced physical activity.

Lesson 8 - Nutrition - Our internal perception and dialogue greatly shape our happiness, but external factors like chemical imbalances, nutrient intake, and food processing also have a significant impact on our emotional well-being and overall search for happiness.

Lesson 9 - Nothing - In the quest for happiness and self-fulfilment, it's okay to embrace moments of feeling nothing, free from external pressures and expectations, allowing ourselves to simply exist and be content in being true to individual values and rhythms within societal norms.

Lesson 10 - Happiness - Throughout my journey, the search for happiness has led me to realize that happiness is a product of our individual perceptions, beliefs, and understanding of the world, and ultimately lies within ourselves.

Answers - In our pursuit of knowledge and understanding, focusing on the journey of seeking understanding rather than fixating on perfection or having all the answers can lead to personal growth, a deeper appreciation for life's complexities, and ultimately cultivate wisdom, truth, and success in our pursuit of happiness.

Cycles - In the search for happiness, navigating through the ebbs and flows of everyday life's cycles may lead to recognizing patterns within ourselves and the world, possibly allowing us to identify advantageous periods and develop systems to manage these fluctuations, ultimately leading to a more successful journey towards fulfillment.

Dependence - Relying on others within relationships is important for growth and unity, but it's crucial to balance expectations and avoid depending on them excessively, focusing instead on mutual respect and doing things for the greater good without expecting anything in return.

Part of journey is stretching my ability to evaluate every corner of my consciousness in the hood of finding any bit of information that I think may contribute towards the search for Happiness. I think one of the most valuable lessons I have learned is that we continually ride different waves of emotions, we continually traverse various different sectors of our lives, but there are significant cycles of patterns that we can identify and help develop our lives into what we truly want in order to succeed in our search for happiness.

Thanks,

Dean