Mini Saga #127 – The Search “My companion should be someone who will put more life in me” – Mark was frustrated. Years had passed by and he had no luck. So, when Jim mentioned he had found someone who could put more life in Mark, it was pure delight. “Simple,” Jim said, “Look in… Continue reading
Posts Tagged → happiness
What makes you happy?
Think about this for a brief moment What makes you happy? This seems like a million dollar question. Some of you may know the answer instantly and some of you may have to struggle with it for a while before you get a solid answer. I have asked this question to hundreds of people and… Continue reading
What makes you happy?
Think about it. Close your eyes for a few seconds and think about it again. If you have got an answer, are you sure about that answer? If you have not got an answer, are you still searching for one? Actually, this is a trick question forcing you to come up with a reason to… Continue reading
Mini Saga #124 – Ubuntu
Mini Saga #124 – Ubuntu Anthropologist Rob placed a fruit basket near a tree. He asked kids from an African tribe to race to win it. The kids smiled, held their hands and ran together. They sat and ate fruits together. When questioned, one kid said, “how can one be happy when others are sad…”… Continue reading
Mini Saga #120 – Beauty
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder… Mini Saga #120 – Beauty Rick was surprised at Peter’s decision. The class photograph clearly showed that Jenny was way more beautiful than Samantha. “Both of them loved you. Why Samantha, Peter?” Rick asked. “Difference,” Peter smiled,”Jenny needs a really good reason to smile and Samantha will… Continue reading
The bar to be joyful
I was at the store today when I met my friend with her year old son. The young boy hesitated a bit before coming to me and within a few minutes we were friends. Within a few seconds he was laughing and giggling away to glory. It didn’t take much to make him laugh either…. Continue reading
Mini Saga #102 – Uncertainty
Dealing with uncertainty may be hard but that’s nothing compared to living with total certainty. Mini Saga #102 – Uncertainty Unlike his old job, his new job had more predictability and less uncertainty. John was relieved. Jenny was relieved too. Six months later Jenny observed that John was unhappy again. She asked, “Anything wrong with… Continue reading
Mini Saga #78 – Summit
Sometimes what you are looking for may simply be on the path Mini Saga #78 – Summit Phil was tired when he reached the top. The view was great but nothing spectacular. The others reached almost four hours later and seemed very happy. Phil was curious to know the reason. One of them said –… Continue reading
About Obstacles – Souza
Hat tip to my friend Sally Pera for sharing this. This is a brilliant piece of writing by Souza. About Obstacles by Souza For a long time, it seemed to be that life was about to begin – real life. But there was always some obstacle in the way. Something to be gotten through first…. Continue reading
2008 Quoght for the Day #13 – Jack Hayhow
Background: This is part of the Quought for the Day – 2008 Series. Quought = Question that provokes thought! The question I asked thought leaders and my very smart friends is: What is ONE question that you wish someone had asked you when you were young? And, Why? I will be posting answers (which will… Continue reading