Like Sassy and Madmax stated above, I like to think happiness is a byproduct of pursuing meaningful things- if we feel we're growing and evolving, our biology rewards us for it. Pursuing 'happiness' in itself isn't enough, we need to pursue what makes us feel productive and full

Do you think your life has meaning? Also, do you consider life to even be meaningful? Is it on your mind, and if so how often? We can live with or without in my eyes, but your thoughts on the matter would really be appreciated.

Been ruminating...

@probonoworker

Thanks for your input man! I do agree our meaning changes and evolves as we do, and I see the wisdom in thinking we may not ever understand the truth of the matter.

Not that you need to, but you didn't mention your own meanings in this, and I am curious

You're taking a deliciously logical/practical approach to what I framed as a matter of feelings. I 100% agree.

@Allison Yo! Your answer is complete on its own, yet I'm still requesting an elaboration

I'm an involuntary existential nihilist, it is what it is. I think meaning is a necessary form of delusion. I try my best to nourish mine through choice and make the best of it because of the endorphins. Not the most positive statement, and I certainly hope your feelings differ.

I find it interesting that you are exposed to so many areas (I'm not) and it ended up muddling your own perspective despite all that experience. Some might say the answers are within rather than out there... we are the same in our conclusion though; bask in the now, but look to the future as well :)

@probonoworker

Thanks for your input man! I do agree our meaning changes and evolves as we do, and I see the wisdom in thinking we may not ever understand the truth of the matter.

Not that you need to, but you didn't mention your own meanings in this, and I am curious

Do you think your life has meaning? Also, do you consider life to even be meaningful? Is it on your mind, and if so how often? We can live with or without in my eyes, but your thoughts on the matter would really be appreciated.

Been ruminating...

Like Sassy and Madmax stated above, I like to think happiness is a byproduct of pursuing meaningful things- if we feel we're growing and evolving, our biology rewards us for it. Pursuing 'happiness' in itself isn't enough, we need to pursue what makes us feel productive and full