4 min read · Nov 11, 2021
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A ‘Good Life’ is relative to the individual. The ‘4 Pillars of a Good Life– Health, Wealth, Love and Happiness’ are the main criteria in varying degrees to achieve this goal. Together, they can create the lifestyle you seek and the ‘Good Life‘ you deserve!
The Dalai Lama tells us that “The point to life is happiness. ” Yet so many of us struggle to find it in a world full of stress and expectation.
Misguided beliefs
People tend to believe that in order to achieve happiness you need only have money (wealth) and to amass a host of material objects. But to have wealth alone does not necessarily bring you health, love and/or happiness. Additionally, many people judge success purely on wealth. Yet it is a combination of all these factors that achieves positive results in your life.
When we have the courage to let the walls down…..to know and embrace ourselves, despite our human failings, we also open the door to connecting in a more caring, empathic & intimate way with the ones we love and with all living beings.
Our brains are wired for survival, but also for empathy. We have mirror neurons that fire when we see other people’s pain. Let us learn to love ourselves so we can be more open and compassionate to others. Take down the walls that limit who we can be and what we can contribute to society.
- Health- eat a balanced diet of natural foods and combine that with exercise to maintain a healthy body and mind. I am sure you have heard it before, more than ever doctors and therapists are recommending that Exercise is one of the healthiest steps you can take to improve your life, health and emotional well-being. It not only helps you maintain a healthy body and weight ratio but it also has proven benefits in increasing your happiness and improving your relationships with others.
- Wealth- A true measurement of ‘wealth’ is to be be rich of heart and soul and not by the amount of accumulated material objects. Being rich of the heart is an important asset to have in order to drive your passion to achieve your goals. And by believing in yourself and having the faith and fortitude to step outside the square or at the very least to push out from your bubble is paramount in obtaining the ‘Good Life‘.
- Love- Become more mindful of your thoughts, feelings, and behavior. Also know your vulnerabilities as well as your strengths and achievements. And learn to love yourself for both.
“Love yourself first and everything else falls into line. You really have to love yourself to get anything done in this world.” – Lucille Ball - Happiness- Whatever you do in life, make sure it brings you happiness. If you follow the path to happiness in all areas of your life then you get a meaningful impassioned life.
“Our self-respect tracks our choices. Every time we act in harmony with our authentic self and our heart, we earn our respect. It is that simple. Every choice matters.” – Dan Coppersmith
