I believe our life capacity is determined by the skillsets we develop on this spinning rock we call Earth. By “life capacity,” I mean our ability to embrace and sustain joy.But hold on—doesn’t that sound a bit hedonistic?
Let me explain.As someone who has traveled across continents, interacted with diverse cultures, and floated through countless experiences, I’ve been haunted by one persistent question:This is no easy puzzle, but I’ve mustered the courage to chase an answer—or at least offer a new perspective to those of you with endlessly curious minds.So, let me ask you: Do you want to know the secret behind the most peaceful and joyful people on this planet?If your answer is yes, let’s begin.Pause for a moment and think: How often do your thoughts start with “if”?This kind of thinking traps us in a cycle where happiness is always just out of reach, tied to some future achievement or external factor.
It’s like chasing a horizon that moves away as we step closer.Now, consider the power of sentences that start with “despite.”Do you feel the shift?
One mindset limits us; the other empowers us. One keeps us stuck; the other sparks resilience.After years of living in the “if” spectrum and observing people thriving in the “despite” spectrum, I’ve realized that no matter the odds, we always have a choice.The choice to live a happy life is ours to make, and unapologetically embracing that choice is a skill—a “battery”—that we can strengthen.Our ability to cultivate these batteries is often influenced by cultural frameworks.
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