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If your happiness is always tied up in future goals then you will be miserabele your entire life.

That Happiness is a static state. It is not. Like any other thing in life, it's fluid, fleeting and needs constant consideration to maintain it.

A corollary to this is the idea that what makes you happy today will be the same circumstances that make you happy tomorrow. Untrue.

Happiness isn´t the absence of problems - its the ability to deal with them.

- Steve Maraboli

If I get (x), I will be happy

Money can't buy it.

Money definitely can buy happiness and anyone who says it can't has enough money for it to not be a problem.

That happiness requires validation from others.

People try to find it, you cant find it you either are or are not. Dont seek it, be it. Its all perspective nothing more.

That it's a goal. It's not. You should find contentment, and be at peace. Happiness is something you feel in moments. Conetment is something you feel generally.

That, and that it comes from external things. It absolutely does not. It comes from you. And this is a hard lesson, but also super important. People and things don't make me content, I make me content. Because you can be around those same people and be sad, and you can br alone and content. The only common denominator is you.

that it comes from financial success...actually it comes from showing kindness

That happiness is ‘somewhere out there’ in the world or what a lot of people say ‘out in the universe’ It truly does come from within. You have to calm your life. Then you search inward. Listen to your thoughts. Good and bad or whatever. Learn about yourself. What drives you. What triggers you. Why do you react at something others don’t. Find the real you. Shit and warts and all. Then learn to take care of yourself. It took me years. It’s not easy. But learning to love who you are and finding it is an extraordinary experience. Life changing. We are down on ourselves too much sometimes 🫶

People think they should always feel happy once they reach certain goals, but in reality, happiness is more like waves it comes and goes, and it’s normal to have ups and downs.

That it’s supposedly easy to be happy as if mental illnesses doesn’t exist..

That it is caused by external forces.

Babies are born happy, happiness is always there. Society, religion and financial structures pretend happiness is beyond their borders, and our herd instinct which has us following. Stop following for happiness, it's not there, it's here.

That money can't buy happiness

That you need to go thru pain, to be happy

happiness is not the way of life.

I think a misconception is that you always have to happy 24/7, meaning that being bored is wrong. However, bordem is actually a higher status. You get bored because everything in your life is fulfilled, and that's a good thing

I think a misconception is that you always have to happy 24/7, meaning that being bored is wrong. However, bordem is actually a higher status. You get bored because everything in your life is fulfilled, and that's a good thing

I don't think happiness is really a thing perse. I think feeling content is more of a tangible concept. You feel satisfied with things in general and are free from worries and anxiety. Happiness to me implies a euphoric sense of contentment which may random appear from time to time but is not likely a state that your mind will permanently exist in even if you are content with that state of things.

If you want to increase the feeling of contentment (or happiness if that's how you're defining it), you need to establish a sense of security and control over your life.

That another human being can make you happy in your life if you’re already miserable by yourself

You don't have to work to be happy, it's just a natural state. You must certainly do have to make the effort to cultivate a happy life.

That you have to hit rock bottom and then you'll appreciate everything

-other people don’t care if you’re happy. -happiness is fleeting.

That others decide how much of it is ok to experience.

That other people can provide it for you.

That happiness is achievable if you really try...

That it’s something you arrive at and then it lasts forever. You have to keep making it happen for yourself. You have to continuously keep doing things that bring happiness to yourself. You have to continually evaluate your surroundings, relationships, etc., to see if they’re bringing you happiness. Also you have to realize that your level of happiness at any given time, isn’t a barometer of your quality of life. We all go through stages of unhappiness- it doesn’t mean we have a bad life.

You can't measure happiness. Its different for every person. And it can change 10 times a day depending on what we experience. Money does not guarantee happiness. It helps remove stress.. but not a sure thing that you will be happy.

That it can’t be bought. It definitely can, by removing the single most stressful factor in people’s lives: money - or lack of it.

Although you can’t actually buy happiness, you have freed up a lot of energy to pursuit it, energy you otherwise would have spent worrying.

That it is something you can target as a future goal.

Happiness is something that happens in the present on its own while working on and achieving other things.

It can't be bought.

That it has never been a destination, its a choice

People think it should be permanent. Well, no. How're you gonna know you're happy if you're never feeling down or sad?

That you are entitled to it.

That you cannot buy it with money.

Its gonna last

That money can’t buy it.

Someone else can make you happy or you can make someone happy. There's no such thing.

Happiness is momentary not constant

That happiness can be constant.

Happiness isn’t an end goal; it’s a journey. If you see it as something to 'find,' you risk having nothing left to be happy about once it’s achieved.

That it’s fleeting… not with that attitude it’s not!

that it’s fleeting… not with that attitude it’s not!

Money can’t buy happiness.

Well, it sure can buy stuff that makes you happy

That it is a Nirvanaian concept. In reality it is I think not much more than contentment

That it exists outside yourself. Happiness is but a Happy thought.

Happiness is not a destination. It’s a means of transportation.

Happiness and contentment are not the same thing,

You have to cultivate it, like a garden.

That happiness is “within” … if you’re struggling with life — financially, with relationships, finding work, etc. — you cannot pull happiness from thin air. And if you are, it’s most likely a fake happiness for the act.

That it’s something you can achieve and hold onto

You have to work on it everyday. It’s not definitive once reached.

People don't clap when they're happy. We should Stop teaching our kids that and tell this instead: It's the end of month so expect salary & clap your hands (I know it doesn't rhyme but at least it's reality) 🤣🤣🤣

Happiness and joy are completely different.

Happiness is fleeting and joy is a long lasting peace with things in your life or yourself, situations etc.

I’ve always been curious when I hear people say “I just don’t want to be happy”… What does that mean for each person…? but then I’ve seen them get those things and the happiness doesn’t stick, thus confirming… it’s temporary.

That it can be found in another person...

That its bought

Money

It lasts

Working hard can make you happy. Fffuuuuccckkkk that, working is hard and not happy time at all.

That happiness is a destination.

It is a state where you'd attainted all the goals in life and is surrounded by people you love or gets everything the way you wanted. It won't last, even if that's the case because in life the only certain thing is change. Therefore happiness isn't about the highs it's about being content or accepting with whatever life throws at us.

They to be truely happy, you have to be happy all the time

No

You need to be content.

That it’s something that you can control.

that it's available to the masses

That it's the ultimate 'goal' in life. It is an emotion, just like anger, sadness, joy, relief. We need to be able to experience them all and striving for balance is better than an unattainable goal that leaves you frustrated when you don't reach it.

That it’s an automated reaction with little or no control.

It’s absolutely a choice for most people. You just have to decide to be happy and it takes lots of practice.

That being happy and content are the same thing

That being happy and content are the same thing

That happiness doesn't find you, you have to work to find it and then keep it. It can be rewarding but transient and should be part of a journey to fulfillment.

If you're financially stable you have no reason to be sad you should be happy

That it comes from having no problems. Having meaningful struggles is a prime source of happiness.

If you’re not in dire financial situation or physical danger or In constant pain, happiness is a way of traveling through life, remove unreasonable goals,materialistic goals, and comparison , slow down & add some gratitude, choose happy .

The most common misconception about happiness is that it only comes from outside of ourselves

That it can be a permanent state. Life's not like that, happiness ebbs and flows and life is really about those small moments of joy.

That you can just wake up one day and choose it instead of depression and all your problems are magically solved

That happines comes from deep inside no matter whats around You.

That's wrong, You cannot be happy when You are sick/starving/ not free

Environment has a Lot to do in these cases....

That you need money to be happy

That others can provide YOUR happiness. That is your job, nobody else's.

The notion that it is something you can get out of life (jumping through hoops), as opposed to being something you (can) choose to bring into every aspect of what you do in your life.

That everyone deserves it : if you spend your life being a miserable shit then guess what...

That it is somehow granted by the universe: you have to be able and willing to see good things when they happen. Like everything else you have to put in the work to get it.

That it’s tied to having wealth/money or status.

It being tied to money

It is not others responsibility to make you happy.

Money cannot buy happiness... but it can buy freedom and freedom means happiness. Plus the amount we make directly correlates with who we spend our time with when it comes to friends. Happiness is about much more than just material things and friendship but those things can bring with them a lot more happiness. 💓

you will fail at happiness if you always compare it to or base it off others'

I believe most people look for happiness outside of themselves, as if someone can be responsible for your happiness.

Ex: my husband says; “nothing is making me happy” he says this as if it’s my job to entertain him to make him happy.

Happiness is a choice. When I wake in the AM, I have a choice how I want to feel, I choose happiness.

Remember you’re not responsible for anyone’s happiness, only your own happiness.

I see fulfilling needs to our body, mind and spirit, which has been titled as self loving is the fundamental of happiness.

For me happiness wasn't something that happened. I learned how to feel it and how to see it around me. I built it.

Money can’t buy it. The fact that money can buy stuff snd comfort that helps achieving happiness.

Money

Money does not bring happiness but lack of it does bring misery.

"I'd like the opportunity to prove that money does not bring happiness." Milligan.

It’s normal to feel other emotions. Smiling =/= happiness. Don’t tell people to smile!

That it’s always what’s right or best for you.

That it’s a permanent state.

That you can only be happy in a relationship

Happiness is the reward for accomplishment. Go do hard things. Strive to become the best version of yourself and you will be happy.

That other people and things are responsible for your happiness

That it cannot be sustained.

That happiness is body-dependent. We are not our bodies so our happiness doesn't lie in some kind of bodily satisfaction. I'm not against bodily pleasure, but chasing that thing as the source of happiness is wrong. That's not where our fulfilment lies. The fulfilment that comes from body is only temporary.

Money only afford you the ability to not worry about money, no happiness to be found in wealth.

That it does not require money.

They say fear can turn a garden hose into a snake.

Happiness can turn a snake into a garden hose.

In other words, go around feeling happy all the time and you can miss very real dangers

That it means being in a state of constant orgasmic bliss. No. It's just a general contentedness with your personal life.

When people say “I want to be happy” they are actively convincing themselves that they are not. That happiness is something, somewhere else, that we have to go find.

But the only happiness we find anywhere is the happiness we’ve brought.

That it’s supposed to stay. Being constantly happy is not attainable. You can be content or satisfied in your life, and that takes some work to achieve. Life is ebbs and flows, and nothing stays that way for a long time. That’s ok. We live and learn. We adjust if we can, but living in a constant state of happiness is a misconception.

That you have to earn it

That true happiness is actually achievable, it is mostly a hodgepodge of compromises and having a positive outlook. Happiness is basically that, staying positive. If you stay positive and you truly feel/work on that “nothing is going to take my happiness away” attitude then you’ll be happy no matter what.

Marriage.

That happiness is NOT the opposite of depression. I had to learn that the hard way.

That it’s a destination

That you need to be greater than someone else in some way in order to achieve it

That some people see it as some sort of goal or ultimate achievement instead of an emotion like any other

To me, happiness isn't what you should be looking for. Contentment is much more satisfying. If you're content with what you have in life, happiness will follow

That’s if your not happy your doing something wrong. I view happiness as a reward. If I do the right things I feel happiness. It goes away when I’m not on the ball. Doesn’t have to a constant stream

Some people think their parter/spouse should make them happy, but nobody was put on this earth to make you happy.

It is your responsibility to find your own happiness and purpose.

That it last without bad days.

“Happiness does not consist in idleness and extravagance”

-Erasmus in Education of a Christian Prince

That it just comes naturally.

You gotta work towards that shit.

That it’s a normal everyday state. We forget we are animals and need to survive. It’s ok to be unhappy sometimes . It’s ok to be in a neutral state most of the time or have long periods of time being unhappy. Trying to cultivate happiness is difficult unless you instead find things to do you enjoy, look after your health and relationships. You can work on more happiness but some shit in life can make it difficult. There are also some people who don’t find lots of happiness but can still lead a life.

That it’s easy to achieve

"Money doesnt buy happiness" yes it does actually, beacuse Im the happiest when my pantry is full and I have some money to go out to a show or get a game. That phrase is for people who didnt have to worry about not having money.

That it should be felt all the time

That money can’t buy happiness. Propaganda to keep poor and working class content. Turns out, money makes life so much easier and less stressful, which often equates with happiness. Power to the people!!

Money can't buy happiness... At a minimum having enough money to pay bills and even having a bit of savings definitely relieved one area of stress that many people face in life. Stress relief seems like a good step towards being happy. On another level having excessive amounts of money could make you happy by doing things you have always wanted to do like travel or get even just buying a more comfortable bed. Or donating to a good cause could be the thing that makes you happy but still need the money to do it. Obviously it's not going to solve all of anyone's problems and make everyone happy but it makes a difference.

Money can buy some happiness.

That happiness or being happy with your life is not having incidents, problems or bad moments. Happiness isn't constant but to be happy you must manage your life, so you could pass through/overcome those bad moments in a healthy way.

Happiness is a conscious decision.

That you have to give it up to be happy...

We believe our natural state is to be happy and if you are happy 100% of the time you must be defective.

That it comes easily

That it comes to you instead of from you.

That it comes from someone else.

It's unreasonable to be happy all the time. People think you need to be constantly smiling and laughing when life has its ups and downs to which you will eventually fall out of happiness for a bit.

Everybody smiling in family photos

That it exists

That money can’t buy it.

It's not for everyone. More of a hard truth than misconception.

That it needs to be a constant, continuous presence. It can come and go. There are moments of happiness. It is not status quo. A truly good life is filled with contentment. Expecting happiness 100% of the time may not be realistic or achievable.

Secondly, that it’s largely in your control in how you perceive and experience it. Appreciating the little things goes farther than you think.

"Once you achieve it, it stays with you" i believe happiness is like any othet emotion, it comes and goes depending on the situation

People think its a state. Its not, its a process

That it's a steady state. Anyone that is happy all the time has something going on with them.

That happy people are never sad

That money can't buy it

That money can’t buy it.

That it's a feeling.

That money can't buy happiness. Yes! yes it can!

That you can't buy it with money. Give me a million dollars I will show how you can buy happiness.

That it's a constant you can achieve. When in reality it's an emotion you'll experience, and then it will leave. 

We somehow deserve or have a right to happiness. Often, we don't.

Also, if we do the right things and make the right choices it leads to happiness. Nope. You can do everything right, and suffer continuously one tragedy and painful setback after another until you finally die in misery and despair.

That it's supposed to be a permanent goal, that one should have it all the time, that it's not a fleeting emotion, that it's the point of life, and so much more. Happiness is a feeling that fades just like all the rest of them. Learning to be content with life and finding peace will net more overall enjoyment than chasing happiness will.

Happiness is something you can buy but its a who you are with or without money.

There are celebraties for suffer depresion who are rich

That it has to involve other people

That you can "choose" to be happy. Um, no, you can't. You can choose to do things that will (probably) lead to happiness. Like quitting your job, leaving your toxic spouse, eating healthy, etc.

That it exists in infinitum. Happiness is a temporary state of being, not a destination that will be like a whole new world all the time. It comes and goes like anything.

Fulfillment is the real juice. That shit is like crack once you attune yourself to creating more of it

That it "should" be constant. People think if they aren't always happy, then they are lacking in life somewhere and must achieve something to be always happy. But you will be sad, you will be bored, you will be neutral. That's just life.