Monday, October 1, 2018

Purpose and Meaning

Flower in the Road Drain

Welcome to October!

I was looking at some of my old books thinking wistfully of decluttering somewhat.  I came across this book by David Niven called 'The 100 Simple Secrets of Happy People'.  Mine is the 2001 edition but I think there is a 2006 edition out now.  It is full of tips based on scientific research.  I decided this one is a keeper.  In fact, I think it is time to reread it.  Make realistic comparisons (to those who faced the same challenges you did, not to those who have more), cultivate friendships, unconditionally accept yourself, stuff like that.  Above all, ensure your life has purpose and meaning.

14 comments:

Valerie-Jael said...

That's a lovely photo! Have a great October, hugs, Valerie

Victor S E Moubarak said...

Juxtaposition - "ensure your life has purpose and meaning" ... photo of drains.

God bless.

Adam said...

Funny how pretty flowers can grow in rather unpretty spots

Christine said...

Well there is the flower

Chris Lally said...

Sounds like a sweet book, Christine. Thanks for the recommendation.
And thanks for the beautiful flower!!

gigihawaii said...

If no one loves you, you should love yourself. If you don't, who will?

Anonymous said...

I'll have to check out that book. Sounds interesting.

JFM said...

Love the photo in its contrasts!
Books have a way of showing up when we need them~

A Casa Madeira said...

Nature always strikes.
pretty.
janicce.

Lowcarb team member said...

That is such a beautiful colour flower …
Sounds an interesting book.

All the best Jan

Jennifer Rose said...

i need to get rid of a lot of books, but it so hard to chuck them lol

Sandra Cox said...

Sounds like there is a lot of reinforcement in that book on how to make the most out of our lives.
Love the photo. That's a very tenacious plant:)

Kay said...

Oh my! I love that photo of the flower in the drain. It’s beautiful.

Tanza Erlambang - Every Day Issues said...

sound great book. I wish I could find it