Happiness – it’s something we all want, right? Whether it’s swimming, working out at the gym, or just hanging out with friends and family, those are the things that bring me joy. We all spend so much time chasing it, but should happiness really be the end goal in life? That’s a bigger question than it seems.
For me, happiness is definitely the goal. Who doesn’t want to feel good, to enjoy life, and wake up feeling like there’s a sense of purpose and excitement? And when I’m happy, I’m usually a better person too – more patient, more present, more able to appreciate the little things. So, yeah, there’s something to be said for making happiness a priority.
But life isn’t always smooth sailing. Things go wrong. People let us down, plans fall apart, and sometimes, we just feel stuck. If happiness is the only thing we’re chasing, those tough moments can feel like failures. And honestly, no one can be happy all the time. That’s just not how life works.
Some people say that instead of chasing happiness, we should focus on meaning. And I get it. Think about those moments when I felt proud of myself – maybe it was after a tough workout, helping a friend out, or having a deep conversation with family. Were those moments always filled with joy or fun? Probably not. But they were meaningful. And sometimes, those moments of meaning last longer than the fleeting happiness.
The thing is, happiness isn’t the same for everyone. For me, it’s in the calm of swimming laps, the rush of a good workout, or simply spending time with the people I care about. Maybe the key is that instead of obsessing over always being happy, we should focus on building a life that feels right for us. When we’re true to ourselves, when we grow and connect with the right people, that’s when happiness tends to sneak in on its own.
So, should happiness be the goal of life? Not the only goal. But it’s definitely part of the picture. Maybe it’s less about chasing happiness and more about creating a life where happiness has room to show up – not all the time, but often enough to remind us we’re on the right track.
