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From Contentment to Bliss: Seven Universal Concepts of Happiness
The International Code To Happiness
The world is going through one of the most challenging times in recent history and it’s not surprising that far more than before, individuals are looking for ways to be calmer and happier. Right from its inception, humanity has held a fascination for that elusive concept called happiness.
There are ideas and belief systems around the world that promise to help individuals find success in their pursuit of happiness. Most are based on similar principles — of overcoming undue importance attached to the senses, of being balanced in mind and spirit and channeling inner energies towards positivity and tranquility.
Basic human nature dictates that almost everyone is prey to the “grass is greener on the other side” syndrome. At first, you feel you’d be perfectly happy if you could achieve that one, big goal. But once you’ve achieved it, you’re certain something is lacking in the manner of achievement that’s keeping you from being perfectly happy about it.
Here are seven thought systems from around the world that talk about what it takes to be happy. Read on to find out which one resonates with you.
