Let me ask a very simple question to everyone out there- Are you happy?
Well, the answer to this simple question is indeed very complex as we are a generation where we are never content with anything. We are capable of solving difficult work issues but a simple question triggers us.
In a world that spins faster than ever, where information travels at the speed of light, and success stories are just a click away, a simple question often lingers in the depths of our minds, triggering a whirlwind of emotions – “Are you happy?” Such an innocent question which is often asked as a gesture of care and love usually receives answers that are not the most pleasant ones. Ever thought, why?
We are the generation of efficiency, the masters of multitasking. With a swipe, a tap, or a voice command, we can summon the world to our screens. We have honed the skill of achieving in a single day what our ancestors could only imagine. Yet, the quest for happiness, a fundamental human pursuit, often feels lacking in our daily lives.
Our lives are a contrast of extremes. We embrace the fast lane, sprinting towards success, while secretly having a desire for the solace of a tranquil garden or an unexplored faraway place. It’s as if our minds are engaged in a relentless tug-of-war between our desire to conquer the world and our craving for inner peace.
The idea of being happy, which used to be simple to understand, now feels like a puzzle of feelings, like a tricky Rubik’s cube. We are a generation that knows how to figure out tough problems, but when this one simple question comes up, without any fancy decorations, it hits us hard, like a huge wave crashing down. Maybe because it’s just so plain and straightforward. In a world where people like complicated things, where tricky stuff is admired, this simple question shows us our own struggles like a mirror.
This simple question makes us pause, digging into our essence, uncovering buried desires, fears, and doubts – the stuff we avoid, our inner demons come face to face.
Complexity lies not just in the question, but in how we react. We dodge with shallow answers, hide ourselves behind smiles, and bury worries under achievements. Understanding that happiness isn’t constant reveals a vulnerability we are good at keeping hidden. It’s a reminder that life isn’t only about the best moments we show on social media.
So, are we happy? It’s time to reveal our vulnerabilities, inviting a self-discovery journey and not being guilty of ourselves. Let us unite together, face it, and maybe, just be happy for ourselves, for our friends and family.
So, are we happy? Let’s think, introspect, and navigate our awakened emotions. A walk alone in the park, a good bath, some time off technology, and a good- meaningful conversation with someone close- can’t these small things make us happy? It can, or not? Well, the answer lies within you.
-Richa Vinita Arora
No one is ever content
This is the main reason why this question doesn’t have an answer
True. In this ‘Yeh Dill Maange More’ Era we all have lost the true essence of living and being content.
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This is so true. The true sense of happiness is often lost in material wealth and external validation. The true meaning of happiness lies not in the accumulation of possessions usually we believe that’s what it’s about, but rather in the cultivation of meaningful relationships, personal growth, and a sense of purpose in life.
Very well written Richa ji 🙏 👏
Thank you so much, Juhi. As rightly highlighted, cultivating meaningful relationships and taking care of ourselves should be our priority and key to happiness instead of wealth, materialistic pleasures and social media validation.