Category Archives: Philosophy

Grown Up Happiness

I do not believe in money. I do not believe in property. I do believe in an organized system to maintain peace, and to care for each other and the world we share. In “this previous post” I advocated for … Continue reading

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Hokey-Pokey Happiness

“Unless you are happy to entrust the future of life to the mercy of quarterly revenue reports, you need a clear idea what life is all about.” The quote above is found in the introduction to “21 Lessons for the … Continue reading

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The Nature of Happiness

“The greatest delight which the fields and woods minister, is the suggestion of an occult relation between man and the vegetable. I am not alone and unacknowledged. They nod to me, and I to them. The waving of the boughs … Continue reading

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Happiness: Not Very Nice

The fact that you did not see the pedestrian in the crosswalk, will not bring him back to life. And your refusal to acknowledge that winter is coming, will not keep you warm. And your disdain for those who disagree … Continue reading

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Recipes for Happiness

This week I am floundering. I believe we are making progress and I am actively hopeful, yet I remain frustrated and I am feeling more disheartened in this moment, (Wednesday), than I did one week ago. Because I am divided, … Continue reading

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