Finding bliss is an unusual topic in our cynical, often-violent and definitely negative culture. Whenever I mention “bliss & happiness” I usually get sideways glances that mean, “Watch out! Lobotomized Pollyanna* in the vicinity”.
Yet humans have been on this planet for thousands of years. In fact, the oldest known humanoid fossil is one million years young. And for most of those centuries, other cultures believed in spirit and a connection to bliss. WE are the ones who are not in touch with the spirit of our ancestors, in spite of all our supposed sophistication and advanced technology.
Every human being deserves to be blissful. Further, bliss is always right here in our faces – we just don’t know how to access it. I am going through an intense change in my life right now, and bliss is my #1 goal. I have more and more blissful moments in my life and I would like to share some insights along the way.
So … if you think finding bliss is a crock and I am indeed a lobotomized Pollyanna*, then adieu. You have my blessing and I wish you every bit of joy you can find.
However, if you’d like more bliss and happiness in your life, then stick around. We just might learn a few things together.
* ‘Lobotomized Pollyanna’ is a phrase I borrowed from wonderful author Martha Beck. Thanks, Martha!
Jim says
I am not sure that striving for bliss is the best way to find it. The hope of bliss lies deep in each of us no matter how much we may deny it.
I agree that with the right attitude Bliss will fall upon you. Bliss frequently comes from the simple things of life.
Albert Einstein noted: we act as though comfort and luxury will bring us happiness when all we really need is something to be enthusiastic about.
Dennis Hester says
I believe that too much of our living is centered on achieving and acquiring things that money can buy. And often we learn to late that the applause and accolades that we receive along with our awards will fade to silence. The many things we purchase will soon gather dust and leave our lives cluttered. But achieving a greater sense of well-being about ourselves or maturing in our chosen spiritual path can both bring us a sense of “blissfulness.” According to Answers.com bliss is “extreme happiness or the ecstasy of salvation or spiritual joy.” And this type of bliss can not be taken away. I agree,finding bliss is certainly worthwhile.
Ruth65 says
Negative culture is right. Talk about a lot of whiners in the world. But that’s OK – they mostly hurt themselves unless the rest of us make the mistake of paying attention. Nothing fun about being a victim.