Curtis Penfold
Grigori said:On reflection I'd like to challange this statement, the definition of happiness at least. I know popularly we're told that if we follow the will of God we'll be happy, but I think the definition of that is variable. I can think of a few Christian martyrs who are shining examples of following God's will, and they didn't have anything like a happy life. Also a few saints, nuns etc. I think happiness is probably the wrong word, certainty in spite of our circumstances is maybe a bettter way to say it. Direction and purpose, even when things are crappy I think is a kind of happiness that is realistic.
I would use the word joy referring to something deeper than happiness.
I say deeper because what I'm referring to is a stronger motivational force than simple pleasure.
Fulfillment, purpose, yes! That's what "I'm referring to.