I have everything I thought I wanted, and I'm still not happy. Why?
I had everything I ever wanted.Not just the money, the beautiful house and the great job. I also was a well-balanced human being gifted with intelligence, humour, good looks and so on. I also had an amazing family, close friends, a loving partner and a beautiful dog.I was miserable.The wake-up-in-the-morning-and-wish-you -hadn’t kind of miserable.I was so unhappy, and on top of that I felt really guilty because it felt like I had nothing to complain or be unhappy about. And I didn’t.This state lasted for about two years before I completely broke down.I broke down out of frustration that I couldn’t answer the following question:“I have everything I want - how can I possibly be unhappy?”This lead me on the search for happiness. What is it it and where does it come from?I spoke to the most inspirational business leaders,I went to see psychologists and psychiatrists,I had the chance to meet some of the world’s spiritual leaders,I sat by enlightened masters,I practiced sports, yoga, meditation and holidayed on sandy beaches.After all this, it took a complete surrender of everything I thought I was, and it took me giving giving up on life altogether.Then I understood.More than simply understood, I experienced it first hand.I came to know true happiness.So what is it and how is Happiness achieved?Happiness comes from within.I guess you know that already but let me just reiterate how true this is. I’ve seen the world’s richest people be the most miserable and people with ‘nothing’ happy as children. This proverb describes it well:Happiness does not mean feeling joy, or even good.Sounds crazy, right? Let me explain… Happiness does not come from feeling good, it comes from not feeling conflicted, not repressing, or not trying to hold on to anything.Happiness is the art of living in the present moment, accepting everything as it is an not wanting to change it.Happiness is remaining open to whatever life throws your way, no matter how painful it may be.Happiness is remaining true to the quality of the moment, to what really is rather to what you want it to be.I am still in disbelief that after so many years of misery I can say that I am truly happy, and that nothing outside that shift this state.I write this in the hope that at least one person is inspired by this and that it rings as true. In my experience, it is.
How do I get a Happy Birthday message on the Citifield scoreboard (Day89)?
Attached link is to Mets website. Look in Citi Field A-Z Guide - Scoreboard Messages - here is what it says: SCOREBOARD MESSAGES Fan birthday and anniversary announcements will be displayed on the Citi Field scoreboard during designated innings of each game. Requests are accepted by e-mail to scoreboard@nymets.com or by letter, mailed to: New York Mets, Attn: Scoreboard Messages, Citi Field, Flushing, NY 11368-1699. Each e-mail and letter received must include the date it was sent, and the date for which the scoreboard message is intended. The first 25 message requests received for each game will be displayed, subject to approval. The Mets will not display messages that are commercial in nature, or that contain inappropriate language or nicknames. Groups that purchase 25 or more tickets through the Mets Group Sales Office are eligible for a scoreboard welcome. For assistance with the purchase of Group Tickets, please call the Mets Ticket Office at (718) 507-TIXX. Looks fairly easy. Good Luck!!! http://newyork.mets.mlb.com/nym/ballpark...
I am 13 years old and flying alone on Southwest airlines?
Hi! I'm 14 and flying alone in a few days too so I hope I can help you out a bit. 1. whoever is bringing you to the airport will have to drop you off at the correct terminal for southwest airlines. Since your an unaccompanied minor, you have to go to the counter to check in and get your boarding pass. your ticket will tell you what your gate is. at this point you can check your luggage if it turns out to be oversized, etc (even though you said it'll be in your carry on). follow the signs to the security checkpoint where you and your bags will be screened. After this, follow the signs to your gate. It'll be a number and relatively easy to find. Once you get there you can either wait until boarding or let the person at the gate booth that your a minor traveling alone and they will tell you that you can pre-board, and make sure your at the right gate. Until then you can relax and sit down until boarding. Since your traveling domestic and underage I'm pretty sure you don't need to show any picture identification but its still a good idea to carry your passport/birth certificate. 2. You can definitely ask for help! If you need help finding your way or if you get lost you can ask an employee to help for free. the difference between this and being in the UM a program is that they wont assign a flight attendant/employee to bring you everywhere. Even though someone won't be assigned to you, you can still ask help from anyone. 3. You wont be able to bring any ' protection' with you on a carry on because it'll be considered a weapon. They would never allow pepper spray to be brought on but you can put it in a checked bag. If you feel threatened or scared of someone or something on the plane, tell a flight attendant. You shouldn't need to protect yourself-thats the airlines job. 4. you can do either one. I think it might be awkward to carry around a book and a suitcase in your hands but if you choose to keep the book with you, you can put it in the bins at security with your jacket and shoes and just pick it up after. I know this was a really long answer but I hope it helps you out! Good luck and have fun! :)
Why is it so important for young people to receive a good arts education?
Arts education helps young minds to develop critical skills in analytical thinking, interpretation, and creative interaction. Scientific studies on brain development have demonstrated the need for children to have experience in the arts by the age of three in order to develop proper neural networks. http://www.houstonprogressive.org/artsac... Developing skills in any art form helps students to communicate more effectively with others, since communication is 90% nonverbal and requires interpretative and intuitive skills. Arts activities, especially involving music and drama, also teach students discipline in working harmoniously with a team on a group presentation. The need for balance and cooperation, respect for different roles and resolving conflicts, requires maturity and responsibility on the part of all participants. Since various works of art reflect diverse cultural and historical influences, students also experience different cultures through the arts, and are encouraged to explore their own styles or voices for sharing their own thoughts and perspectives. In the process, students learn to find a unique personal balance between the science and the art of any discipline, or the technical skills and the artistic expression, whether through music, creative writing and visual arts, or theatrical production. Discovering the creative potential in each person through the arts unlocks the same creativity and logical problem-solving needed to succeed in life. I also benefited from attending a public school with top programs in band, choir, and drama. My experiences allowed me to develop a wide range of skills and talents that I use in teaching and helping others to build cooperative solutions to social problems in creative, productive ways. I give credit to my drama, music, and English teachers for encouraging me to develop my creative skills, which have made the greatest impact in my life. As I continue my visionary pursuits, I hope my success testifies to the valuable contributions of my teachers and parents and the importance of arts education.
Broke off my online affair now I feel empty and alone..I miss him?
I've been with my husband for almost 11 years, married for 7. I'm 29 so he's the only man I've ever been with. I love him more than anything in the world. He's my best friend, my lover, my companion, my everything. Now, before you start to judge me, let me explain this. He's the only man I've ever slept with. This is the only relationship I've ever been in. I had kissed one other guy when I was 16, but that's it. Our sex life has gotten a little dull. A little repetitive. And I hate to say this...I got bored. I started going on line on different social media networks, just talking to people. Not dating sites, just things like twitter, Instagram, those kind of things. Anyway, last year I met a guy. He's 23, and from Ohio. I'm from New York. We've never met, but we've sent pictures to each other. We literally talked everyday, sometimes all day long. Even stayed up super late at night just to keep talking. Eventually, we exchanged nude pics, and we had, I don't know what to call it.....cyber sex.....this went on for about a year. I didn't think it was cheating at first, I told myself it wasn't. But finally the guilt got to me. So I ended it. I told him I was closing all my accounts (he doesn't have my phone number) and that I wouldn't be contacting him anymore. He begged me not to, but I told him I had to. So we said goodbye. It's been a week so far, and I must say, I miss him. I think of him a lot. I realize this is wrong and terrible of me. I want my life back. I don't know what to do to fight these feelings. I also want to make things more alive with my husband so that I won't think of the other guy .... Just need advice please
I'm starting to feel disheartened. Is it still possible for me to find love?
Hi, everybody. I'm a 24-year-old girl living in New York, and I consider myself to be a good person. I am always smiling and willing to help people, and I get along with everybody. I actually just graduated with a master's degree, and am currently taking a year off school to relax and enjoy myself. But, I consider myself to be a failure in one department: relationships. I cannot begin to tell you how many times I've gotten my heart broken. Men do not treat me nicely. I was bullied by one former boyfriend who was emotionally abusive. He even tried to get my best friend in bed. Even in college, my first love, Arthur, was disappointing. He was a player who liked someone prettier and more interesting than me. Many men I've met online have told me I'm not worth fighting for. In fact, the last guy I dated made fun of me for being "too innocent" and he was "sorry as hell" that he met me because I'm an "overachiever." I'm a virgin girl who is waiting for someone special to marry, and I know this sounds silly, but I've always wanted to fall in love with a kind-hearted man who will love me fully and take care of my heart. But I'm starting to worry and think that it won't happen for me. I know my failed relationships were my fault. I need more confidence in myself so I can attract healthy relationships, but I'm scared if I won't ever find my happily ever after. Any advice for me? Any books I can read about this? Thank you so much. Be blessed, everybody. :)
First time flying and really scared. Advice please?
1.When you go through security this is what happens: First you put you carry-on in a Grey, plastic bucket and t goes through an ex ray machine. Next you go through a metal detector ( it is like a doorway), then if it beeps they will do a pat down or use another hand-held metal detector. Then if they found the source to the beeping you can proceed to wherever you are headed next. 2.Depending on who you are the sensation of flying varies, for me though I feel a rush of excitement on take-off and landing, like a roller coaster on the first drop.If you don't like roller coasters then close your eyes and think of something else. 3.Unfortunately yes, their are emergencies on Aircraft.Depends on what you are talking about though, if there was ever an emergency in-flight, the pilots would try their very best to land the plane. On most American Airlines their is an Air Marshall on board to deal with any major problems. 4.You can fall asleep. Listen to music. Talk to your Friends. Talk to your Doctor about Anxiety medications. 5.My first experience of flying that I remember was when I was four and flying to Toronto with my Dad to visit my Grandparents.I was super excited to experience my first flight and couldn't wait for takeoff.It was so much fun and I will never forget it. I have never heard of blood clots happening in your legs due to air pressure change so I wouldn't worry too much. You can't really stop the plane from crash landing but the pilots will be highly experienced and definitely know what they are doing. During bad turbulence the pilot will most likely turn on the seat belt sign so your two worries won't be much of a concern. And finally airport security is quiet good so don't worry about your plane having a bomb on it. I hope I helped and Have a Great time in New York and sorry that my answer are scattered all over the place.