先有快樂，後有成功，而不是只有成功才能帶來快樂。其實快樂不是作為特定條件的後果被創造出來的，特定條件是作為快樂的後果被創造出來的。
人生不是由一連串的不公平和錯誤所造成的，生在普通之家也有上帝安排的人生美意。人生的每一步都是一場精心設計的旅程，使得我們得以成長。即便生於富足之家，享有物質上的豐富，仍然會面臨著一些潛在的不利因素。擁有寬敞的大房子可能導致缺乏自我實現的動力，因為生活中的基本需求似乎已經得到滿足。而且，財富並不能保證更多的感恩和快樂，因為真正的幸福源自內心的滿足，而非外在的繁華。
內心的快樂是持久而有意義的，它能夠塑造更加豐富、更有希望的人生。因此，我們應該首先追求內心的快樂充實，因為這才是通往更加富足人生的第一步。在追求內心的平靜和愉悅過程中，我們會發現真正的財富不僅僅以物質上的積累評判，更是內心的豐富和人生的深度來衡量。
當我們首先追求內心的快樂充盈，將其視為人生的首要目標，而不僅僅是追逐外在的物質和成就時，這種心態已經為我們打開更廣闊的人生視野，給我們帶來持久的滿足感和物質富足的希望與實現機會。因為在這個過程中，我們將更容易應對生活中的各種挑戰，從而創造出更加美好、有意義的人生。
“Happiness comes first, followed by success, rather than happiness being a consequence only achievable through success. In reality, happiness is not created as a result of specific conditions; specific conditions are created as a consequence of happiness.
Life is not formed by a series of injustices and mistakes; even those born into ordinary families have a life purpose arranged by a higher power. Every step in life is a meticulously designed journey that allows us to grow. Even if born into a prosperous family with material abundance, there are still potential disadvantages to face. Having a spacious house may lead to a lack of self-motivation, as basic needs in life seem to be already fulfilled. Moreover, wealth cannot guarantee more gratitude and joy because true happiness comes from inner contentment, not external prosperity.
Inner happiness is enduring and meaningful; it shapes a richer and more hopeful life. Therefore, we should prioritize the pursuit of inner happiness as the first step towards a more fulfilling life. In the pursuit of inner peace and joy, we discover that true wealth is not solely measured by material accumulation but rather by the richness of the inner self and the depth of life experiences.
When we prioritize the pursuit of inner happiness as the primary goal of life, instead of solely chasing external material possessions and achievements, this mindset opens up broader perspectives. It provides us with lasting satisfaction, hope for material abundance, and opportunities for the realization of our aspirations. In this process, we become more adept at facing life’s challenges, ultimately creating a more beautiful, abundant, and meaningful life.”
醒覺 Feb 6, 2024