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A Prequel To Happiness
Fourteen years ago this past week I had a vestibular neurectomy. After cutting a one inch square from my skull, the surgeon indicated that they had to gently nudge and shift part of my brain in order to sever the … Continue reading
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Universal Happiness
There is a certain peace in believing that I am as necessary as anyone else with whom I share this empirical existence. There is a great deal more peace (and understanding and compassion) associated with the belief that ALL other … Continue reading
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Zero Happiness Part 2
We are often afraid of the Dark. But it seems too, we often avoid the Light. Yet I believe our greatest fear is a fear of nonexistence, or nothingness. We fear this possibility, though we are unable to perfectly define … Continue reading
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Zero Happiness Part 1
Last week I commented that we (as an individual or as a group) have a natural tendency toward balance. I also defined balance in this sense, as ‘The degree to which all the attributes are in harmony, with none either … Continue reading
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Dynamic Happiness
Warning! Harsh Truths Ahead! Proceed with Caution! Are you dissatisfied with any aspect of your current Life situation? Have you recently noticed any dissatisfaction (yours or other’s) lurking nearby, waiting to pounce? Has anyone of late expressed dissatisfaction with or … Continue reading
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