The Good Life
Just finished reading an excellent book by William B. Irvine called “A Guide to the Good Life: the ancient art of stoic joy”.
He begins by asking “What do you want out of life?” He says “I am asking not for the goals you form as you go about your daily activities but for your grand goal in living. In other words, of the things in life you might pursue, which is the thing you believe to be the most valuable?”
He explains that without taking the time to formulate such a grand goal there is a danger one will mislive—find themselves at the end of their life not having pursued what was most important to them.
My goal: To become ever more aware, compassionate, and joyful.
I now have a very simple guide to keep in the back of my mind at all times. Hopefully, these things will be an ever increasing part of my life.
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Actually this can be applied to Christian life too! This is a very good concept. I don't think a lot of Christians grasp it, even - we only have one life to live on Earth, so make the best of it! Try to touch people, love people, and basically try to show them the love of Christ with the time you have!
Indeed!
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