The Essentials of a Good Life

Today’s society instills in us a desire to want more…a bigger house, a faster car, a better smartphone, the latest and greatest hot items. We are constantly being bombarded with the lure of advertising and the glamour of what we see in the media. Our cravings to want more provoke a certain level of dissatisfaction that can leave us feeling angry, unhappy, and stressed.

In lieu of being driven by an insatiable desire to want what you think you need, focus more on the essentials that make your life good just the way it is.

The key essentials to a good life include the following:

(1)  You are healthy, even with a few minor aches and pains.

(2)  Each morning, you wake up with a sense of excitement.

(3)  You are fulfilling your life’s purpose.

(4)  You spend quality time with friends and family who truly care about you.

(5)  You are content with the person you have become.

(6)  You have the essentials: food, shelter, and clothing.

(7)  You refuse to let stress and worry diminish your happiness.

(8)  You practice gratitude every day.

(9)  You go to bed feeling grateful for the gift of life.

(10) You have sufficient savings for unexpected circumstances.

(11) You possess the strength to keep moving forward despite challenges.

(12) You experience a profound sense of inner peace that shapes your approach to life.