3 hours ago, spidermike007 said:

So much could be said about this. For me, it is all about attitude. And proper gratitude. It comes and goes, for me. Positivity is a quality that has to be nurtured and cultivated. It is NOT the natural state of the human mind.

 

It is definitely not about money. Money helps. But, it can also hinder. It is only a tool. 

The  Buddhists say the opposite, that you're good at heart but that goodness is buried under a pile of defilements.

43 minutes ago, LaosLover said:

The  Buddhists say the opposite, that you're good at heart but that goodness is buried under a pile of defilements.

Exactly the same thing. Becoming negative by enduring the human condition does not imply we are bad people. We are simply lost souls. By rejecting that which comes naturally, we are able to rise above it. 

One key to happiness may be not feeling the need to come on to a website like this to explain why you are happy.

 

And George S. Kaufman, whose wife I referenced early on, wrote a lot of the musical screenplays for the Marx Brothers.

23 hours ago, OneMoreFarang said:

Not really. If you are a miserable fart then you will find lots of faults even in the right person.

Just look in this forum... 

Or in the mirror!!

17 hours ago, Sparktrader said:

You mean laws that apply to poor people

No I mean laws that apply to everyone, you included.

1 minute ago, Photoguy21 said:

No I mean laws that apply to everyone, you included.

Laws never apply to everyone.

Those laws I don't like, I ignore.

10 hours ago, The Hammer2021 said:

Works well unless you live in North Korea or Burma.

Maybe and maybe not. Depends on how you live your life.

3 minutes ago, BritManToo said:

Laws never apply to everyone.

Those laws I don't like, I ignore.

Shows your character which is nothing to be commended.

22 minutes ago, Photoguy21 said:

Shows your character which is nothing to be commended.

Most laws are for idiots, their own protection since they lack common sense. 

 

Other laws, regulations, rules, are simply to control people, and keep them in their place, or lowly station in life.

51 minutes ago, Photoguy21 said:

No I mean laws that apply to everyone, you included.

Which laws? Powerful people do almost anything

21 minutes ago, KhunLA said:

Most laws are for idiots, their own protection since they lack common sense. 

 

Other laws, regulations, rules, are simply to control people, and keep them in their place, or lowly station in life.

Correct. Keep the poor poor.

53 minutes ago, KhunLA said:

Most laws are for idiots, their own protection since they lack common sense. 

 

Other laws, regulations, rules, are simply to control people, and keep them in their place, or lowly station in life.

From your attitude you must be the biggest of them all.

32 minutes ago, Sparktrader said:

Which laws? Powerful people do almost anything

Because some think they are above the law doesn't mean everyone has to demonstrate the same degree or arrogance.

5 minutes ago, Photoguy21 said:

Because some think they are above the law doesn't mean everyone has to demonstrate the same degree or arrogance.

They are above the law. What laws does Putin follow?

 

Everyone breaks the law. Road rules, drinking etc

 

Rich do a lot more

1 hour ago, Photoguy21 said:

Maybe and maybe not. Depends on how you live your life.

In fear and dread if you life in Burma and North Korea - that's not happiness.

31 minutes ago, Sparktrader said:

They are above the law. What laws does Putin follow?

 

Everyone breaks the law. Road rules, drinking etc

 

Rich do a lot more

This may come as a surprise to you but this forum is about Thailand not Russia. Just thought I would let you in on that secret.

31 minutes ago, The Hammer2021 said:

In fear and dread if you life in Burma and North Korea - that's not happiness.

Did anyone say it was? Maybe you have had one too many and are having dreams.

12 minutes ago, Photoguy21 said:

Did anyone say it was? Maybe you have had one too many and are having dreams.

I'm sorry I don't understand what your point is. I am awake not dreaming and I am sober.

I was responding  to the comments about state enforced laws and relationship to happiness.

 

13 hours ago, The Hammer2021 said:

Works well unless you live in North Korea or Burma.

Maybe and maybe not. Depends on how you live your life.

To which I responded:

 

In fear and dread if you life in Burma and North Korea - that's not happiness.

Thus the laws of the state rarely promote happiness with North Korea, Burma being examples.

 

1 minute ago, The Hammer2021 said:

I'm sorry I don't understand what your point is. I am awake not dreaming and I am sober.

I was responding  to the comments about state enforced laws and relationship to happiness.

 

Maybe and maybe not. Depends on how you live your life.

To which I responded:

 

In fear and dread if you life in Burma and North Korea - that's not happiness.

Thus the laws of the state rarely promote happiness with North Korea, Burma being examples.

 

Agreed but this is Thailand not Burma or North Korea.

Any discussion about happiness must include  Maslow's Theory of Happiness which is considered  top be both erudite and accurate.

1 minute ago, Photoguy21 said:

Agreed but this is Thailand not Burma or North Korea.

Happiness is a human condition that transcends  borders

Just now, The Hammer2021 said:

Happiness is a human condition that transcends  borders

It is as much a state of mind as anything else

The very first theory of happiness which is very accurate

https://www.thoughtco.com/maslows-hierarchy-of-needs-4582571

Happiness is all about attitude and expectations.

Some people will never be any where close to happy because of their

entitlement and upbringing.

 

Maybe happiness is over rated any ways,no one can be happy all of the time.

Maybe be satisfied with what you have is as close to happiness as you

will ever get.

People who for ever are pointing out what their rights are, are far removed from happiness.

Comparing yourself to people who have more then you is a sure way to be unhappy.

Maybe Anutin is onto something?lol.

 

 

3 hours ago, Photoguy21 said:

This may come as a surprise to you but this forum is about Thailand not Russia. Just thought I would let you in on that secret.

And you think everyone follows laws 555

3 hours ago, Photoguy21 said:

Agreed but this is Thailand not Burma or North Korea.

Bad drivers

Drugs

Guns

Bad business dealings

 

 

On 7/28/2022 at 7:17 AM, OneMoreFarang said:

One of my favorites is the story about the Mexican Fisherman. Enjoy!

 

There are many versions on the internet. This is one of them.

https://aliabdaal.com/the-parable-of-the-mexican-fisherman/

 

indeed  !   one of my favorites .............

 

note:  i took my rod and tackle and came here when I was 36 

9 hours ago, Photoguy21 said:

It is as much a state of mind as anything else

What else could it be? LOL. It is NOTHING other than a state of mind.

ALL emotions and feelings are are 'states of mind' or mental condition!

9 hours ago, Photoguy21 said:

Agreed but this is Thailand not Burma or North Korea.

They are both  Asian  nations with shared commonality and this forum is inhabited  by people of many nations who bring their experiences to bare. Comparative analysis is standard way of gaining insight into situations. Its the concept  of 'context'. You are not a policeman or moderator on this forum.

On 7/28/2022 at 6:49 AM, ezzra said:

Here's a good one attributed to Mark Twain “Politicians and diapers must be changed often, and for the same reason,” yeas i know nothing to do with happiness..

"Quote Investigator: There is no substantive evidence that Mark Twain who died in 1910 said or wrote this joke."

https://quoteinvestigator.com/2018/10/17/diaper/