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The crew thought it would be a smooth ride. But then came a storm and they all gave up hope. It is known that if you think the way to your goal is a smooth rid
by thdrdt 6y ago
The crew thought it would be a smooth ride. But then came a storm and they all gave up hope.
It is known that if you think the way to your goal is a smooth ride you can end up in a very big depression when things don't go as planned.
- hliyan 6y agoThis is key. Many years ago, I learned while reading Julian Simon's Good Mood that happiness is basically the ratio between your reality and your expectations. When your reality is immutable, adjusting your expectations is the path to happiness. I've had great results applying this principle to day to day annoyances. For example, when I go to meet someone, I always expect a 5-10 minute delay and go prepared (e.g. with a book). My loss (time) is the same, but my mood remains mostly unaffected. What's more, if the person show's up on time, it's a pleasant surprise.
- pmoriarty 6y agoSuccess is getting what you want. Happiness is wanting what you get.