Happiness

25th July 2010

Happiness.

What is happiness? To some,this question would instantly bring images of people, places and things and of all sorts that they associate with this word. Literally an abstract noun, describing an abstract state that is 'all in the mind'. A thing to be felt and enjoyed, happiness may come easily to some while others may spend years of time, money, energy and efforts in search of it. Some would say happiness is getting what you want. Others may call it a general state of well being. And for yet others happiness would mean seeing their loved ones happy.

Listed below are a few things that came to my mind when I thought of happiness.

Happiness is –

Seeing a smile on a child’s face.
Finding money in an old purse.
The first showers that bring with them the “mitti ki khushboo”.
Watching a wonderful movie.
Finding a spiritual connection.
Finding a place to sit in the local train.
Helping someone cross the road.
Warm blankets and a cuppa chai on a chilly day.
Someone sending you flowers.
Holding hands with your loved one.
Going for a long drive on a starry night.
Listening to great music.
Finding a beautiful dress that fits you.
Looking gorgeous.
Losing those extra pounds.
Being able to assemble a new gadget
Honesty.
Feeding a hungry puppy.
Your favourite food cooked by mum.
A state of the art phone.
Your house spic and span when you return from work.
Diamonds on your finger.
Sailing in the deep blue sea.
Your favourite television show.
Being able to maintain your diet.
Finding time to exercise.
A nice massage after a long and tiring day.
A far off relative bequeathing her property to you.
Seeing your kids perform on stage.
Waking up late on a weekend.
Gifting your parents something they could never buy.
Your wonderful cook.
A happy marriage.
Your best friend’s wedding.
A fat pay-cheque.
Being able to make an urgent call just before the mobile
phone batteries die.
Garma garam wada pav on a rainy day.
Watering your garden.
Fresh linen.
A clean toilet.
Thoughtfulness.
An old photograph.
Doing charity for a cause dear to you.
Your first salary.
Old memories.
A wonderful holiday with your loved ones.
Teaching your adorable child to walk and talk.
Appreciation at work. Appreciation at home.
Watching Zakir play tabla.
Passing with flying colours.
Flying.
Falling in love.
Being able to stay in love.
Prayers answered.
Reading a nice book.
Meeting your idol.
A nice party given for you.
Marine drive in the evening.
Matheran with friends.
Buying an expensive perfume and knowing that you can afford it.
Crazy dancing on Bollywood numbers.
Sneaking out in the night to have beer with friends.
Learning a new sport.
A nice job. A nicer boss.
Your first car. Your first everything.
Eating at your favourite restaurant.
Shopping-anywhere.
A warm hug.
Your very own house.
Your dream-buy at the best deal.
Sharing your umbrella on a rainy day.
Cool 'ganne ka ras' and a dip in the Arabian sea on a scorching afternoon.
A friend who listens to you when you need to talk and offers advice only when asked for.
The serenity of a temple.
Finding your lost earing.
Donating your eyes.
Trekking in the Himalayas..........

The list is endless. Small things that happen everyday bring us joy. It isn’t very difficult to be happy. It isn’t very difficult to smile. And yet we choose to be dissatisfied, sad and gloomy, brooding over what we don't have and trying to find that that we are surrounded by in abundance. Share and give and you'll receive and get.

Bring a smile to someone's face and happiness will come knocking at your door.