Redefining Happiness, With Mark Matousek

Our definitions of happiness are too narrow. When we make our well-being dependent on circumstances, we handicap ourselves enormously, and miss the opportunity to learn an important spiritual lesson; that happiness doesn’t come from happens to us but rather from what arises within. Is it possible to be happy in the midst of adversity, grateful-even joyful-when the going gets rough? If so, how?
The Seekers Forum is an online community founded by author and teacher Mark Matousek, known for his Writing to Awaken method of self-inquiry as well as his two award-winning memoirs and other books. At The Seekers Forum, topics related to creativity, spiritual practice, and ethical well-being are explored through writing and discussion. Find out more at theseekersforu...