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Hi All,

There are times in life when one wonders if the life they are living is genuinely satisfactory. During these moments, it might appear that life isn’t always as purposeful as we had hoped it would be. Maybe you’re dissatisfied with the life you have.

Or maybe you’re just tired of living a life that isn’t always satisfying. It’s not that you don’t value the life you have. It’s not like anything else. You have the impression that there must be more to life than what you have or that there has to be something out there that gives your life meaning. Something that makes you happy or gives you fulfillment.

According to LifeHack.org,  “Being fulfilled is an awesome feeling, but unfortunately, it’s a feeling that many have trouble finding. Fulfillment is an easy concept on the surface, yet it’s so elusive.”

Here are some secrets for living a more satisfying life. They are appropriate for people of all ages, and some are more focused on the outside world while others are more concerned with self-improvement.

Tap Into the Power Of Community

The idea of togetherness and satisfaction is as ancient as time itself. Humans have always felt solace in the presence of other people. However, the fundamental truth of communal pleasure is that it is not about what we get out of the community, it is about what we contribute to it.

Community is an idea that works best when the community is considered rather than each person as an individual. During the current economic crisis, for example, one study of metropolitan regions in the United States found that locations with the most civilian-focused social capital tended to have the highest contentment rates. In other words, communities with the most functional and linked networks were the most satisfied during difficult times. 

Find Purpose In Your Work

The job you choose may become a part of your personality and influence how you feel about yourself. Working in a profession that you see as useless and aimless may be physically and emotionally taxing, regardless of your salary or position. While changing employment routes may not always be practical, you may still find purpose in your life by reorganizing your workweek or participating in other enjoyable activities such as charity work and hobbies. Participating in satisfying and other flow-producing tasks may give our work more purpose and make it more satisfying.

A lot of us will have a passion for something or a type of work, but usually for economic reasons will take a job that has nothing to do with our passion. We’ll say things like “Well, this is just for now.”. Or, “At least this pays the bills, I can get into what I want to do as a hobby. Or later, after I retire”. And many do this, but work a lifetime feeling “trapped”.

I believe that everyone is born with a purpose. It’s our job to find what that is. You can research that “Dream Job” and find out what you need to do to get into it. You can take night classes to learn what you need while working your “day job”. The point is that you are setting a goal and working towards it.

Someone once said to me, “If you don’t like your life, figure out what you need to do to fix it. And fix it.” Thanks Mom, I love you.

Exercise Gratitude

The fact is that without a bit of effort, gratitude is difficult to come by. That shouldn’t come as a surprise. Isn’t it usually the case with the essential things? However, the battle for thankfulness is well worth the effort.

According to research, there is a “strong relationship” between being appreciative and well-being. The simple act of being grateful can help fight negative things like Depression and Stress.

Spend Time With Family And Friends

Never overlook the influence of friends and family. These are the folks you can depend on to be by your side at all times, through your ups and downs, in joyful and sad times. A companion signifies a connection that deserves our attention and if nurtured, may provide us actual satisfaction in our lives.

Family takes the idea of friendship and kicks it up a notch. The relationship between family members is usually quite strong. It can be a tremendous source of anguish and despair in our lives when it is strained or damaged.

If your family relationships are strained, do what you can to repair them. Make amends for the wrongs you may have done and be prepared to forgive others when you need to. But keep in mind that you can only do your part, the other person has to at least meet you half-way.

Add Some Everyday Excitement To Your Life

Life is designed to be one big adventure, so get out there and explore. Dare to say yes to things you’ve always talked yourself out of. Take up a new hobby, such as ballet dancing or mountain climbing. 

Get yourself a “Bucket List” and put into it all of the things you’ve wanted to try. Start with the simple things like learning to swim or ride a bike, then move on to the bigger things.

I had always wanted to go skydiving and tried to get into the training for it while I was in the Marines, but it never happened for me. I finally got the opportunity when my father wanted to go for his 80th Birthday. This would have never happened if I had already given it up as something that would never happen. Keep the flame of hope burning for the things that you want. Where there is a will, there’s a way.

Just keep in mind that satisfaction is not a goal. It is the process of designing a life that provides you joy, meaning and contentment. You don’t have to wait to be fully satisfied, there are things you can do every day to feel better and more fulfilled.

Remember always that life is a journey, not a destination. Enjoy the ride!

Respectfully,

Mario

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