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You Don’t Need Complex Principles To Live A Contented Life
For the first time in my life, a blood test came back with abnormal numbers. That’s what happens as you inch towards fifty-years-old.
My doctor told me not to worry about it. The number was a hair above normal, and it spikes with stress.
It got me thinking about what makes me happy in life. What should I give up? Where should I focus my efforts?
I rarely thought about what brought me contentment, but it was a simple exercise for me. When I make time for myself and act in a way consistent with my self-image, I’m relatively content. When I do those things, I’m a better husband, father, son, sibling, and friend.
These seven recommendations might not suit everyone, but you will find something here that resonates with you. None of this advice will blow your mind. You’ll recognize it as common sense wisdom.
Perhaps that’s the best and most productive kind of advice; the kind that reminds you of what you already know but rarely put into practice.
1) Never compare yourself to someone better off than you
You’ll always end up disappointed because you’ll always find someone better off in some area of life that’s important to you.
