Nuxfanabroad Posted December 26, 2017 Share Posted December 26, 2017 This thread title brings to mind an article I read some yrs back..it was called, "Embrace Your Eccentricity". The gist was that people who maintained bizarre, unique or let's say, unexplained interests/hobbies, might be statistically happier than your avg cat. There's a certain 'I don't giva' shyte' aspect, that suggests(perhaps?) individualism expressed(usually creatively) through some form of passion, may lend itself to a deeper satisfaction. Culturally, I'd suggest this is even more enhanced within the social paradigms of western "new world" day to day slog. Personally I subscribe to this theory. I feel a little happier searching for a rhyme in words, even for a silly laugh. Never really liked following the flock, or using stock phrases(boring!) that follow the cliched-guidelines of any particular period. I'd also suggest in this massively tech-dystopian period of thought, more people are reluctant to individually set off upon any untrodden path. We've all become conditioned & brainwashed with group-think. We need likes & back-slaps. Food for thought?... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alflives Posted December 26, 2017 Share Posted December 26, 2017 4 minutes ago, Nuxfanabroad said: This thread title brings to mind an article I read some yrs back..it was called, "Embrace Your Eccentricity". The gist was that people who maintained bizarre, unique or let's say, unexplained interests/hobbies, might be statistically happier than your avg cat. There's a certain 'I don't giva' shyte' aspect, that suggests(perhaps?) individualism expressed(usually creatively) through some form of passion, may lend itself to a deeper satisfaction. Culturally, I'd suggest this is even more enhanced within the social paradigms of western "new world" day to day slog. Personally I subscribe to this theory. I feel a little happier searching for a rhyme in words, even for a silly laugh. Never really liked following the flock, or using stock phrases(boring!) that follow the cliched-guidelines of any particular period. I'd also suggest in this massively tech-dystopian period of thought, more people are reluctant to individually set off upon any untrodden path. We've all become conditioned & brainwashed with group-think. We need likes & back-slaps. Food for thought?... I liked this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nuxfanabroad Posted December 26, 2017 Share Posted December 26, 2017 1 minute ago, Alflives said: I liked this. Likely it explains your penchant for consuming cats? Merry Season, Alf'er... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Psylocke Posted December 26, 2017 Share Posted December 26, 2017 The little things. Like the moments I have to myself, time spent with friends and family, a good cup of coffee or tea, having a good conversation with someone... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riffraff Posted December 29, 2017 Share Posted December 29, 2017 Well I have been working out of town the last year and out of province for four years before that for extended periods. as a result one of the many sacrifices has been not playing hockey as I can't commit to a team and haven't been on a set schedule. anyhow, I played my first game in ages last week and have another this Saturday. scored in my first game back, and drank a couple pops after. great to be on the ice again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Apples Posted December 29, 2017 Share Posted December 29, 2017 Spending the rest of my life with TS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junkyard Dog Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 Making a difference. Whether that be in someone's life or something else. I have the need to have to have a positive effect on people. To leave an impression on everyone I meet. To gravitate to people. I enjoy leaving my mark in the world through my actions and interactions. Of all the things to choose from this might strike people as weird but I have always strived to stand out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shift-4 Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 sleep Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhillipBlunt Posted January 26, 2018 Share Posted January 26, 2018 On 1/25/2018 at 1:49 AM, luckyjack said: I'm a huge fan of travelling and different types of massages. These two things really make me happy. In my last trip I attended kiev massage parlor and that was incredible. The masseuse was very sensual and with her help I forgot about all troubles. One of the greatest experiences I ever had. Sounds like those trips can get pretty costly.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kloubek Posted January 26, 2018 Share Posted January 26, 2018 On 11/14/2016 at 1:56 AM, JV77 said: What needs to happen or be present for someone to say "Life is good and I'm happy"? To finally beat depression. If you've never experienced chronic depression, trust me - almost 3 decades of being unable to get higher than a 5/10 emotionally (And generally a 2 or 3/10 daily) gets pretty draining. Despite therapy, medication, naturopathy, and my "logic over emotions" mind, I just can't beat it. Kinda waiting for my son to grow up so I don't completely ruin his life before I take my leave. Hard to be too enthusiastic about life when you're just waiting for the end. Oh... and cars. I love cars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YummyCakeFace Posted January 27, 2018 Share Posted January 27, 2018 Financial security. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nuxfanabroad Posted January 28, 2018 Share Posted January 28, 2018 On 2018年1月27日 at 8:05 AM, PhillipBlunt said: Sounds like those trips can get pretty costly.... Damn..this crazy Kazakh's movie made me happy! His satire closer to US politico-reality, than we can comfortably accept?.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocky Balboa Posted February 3, 2018 Share Posted February 3, 2018 A good hearty dump, followed by a nice hot shower (not in the same bathroom), then jumping into bed for 8 hours of straight sleep. Hasn't happened for about 5 years now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leonard_hartmann Posted March 29, 2018 Share Posted March 29, 2018 I'm happy when my family and friends are healthy, when my beloved wife is near and when I get money for my favorite job Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mdehaan Posted March 30, 2018 Share Posted March 30, 2018 My kids. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alflives Posted March 30, 2018 Share Posted March 30, 2018 Blue pills, and lots of them:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokes Posted March 30, 2018 Share Posted March 30, 2018 Love my kid to death but that one day off where she goes to grandmas house allowing me to grab a beer and veg out in front of the PS4 with no interruption from anyone. Heaven, can keep me charged for a month. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingofsurrey Posted March 31, 2018 Share Posted March 31, 2018 wine........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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