True happiness is of a retired nature, and an enemy to pomp and noise; it arises, in the first place, from the enjoyment of one's self, and, in the next, from the friendship and conversation of a few select companions. - Joseph Addison
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Feeling good about myself is the most basic requirement of happiness. It is liking myself unconditionally, feeling worthwhile just because I exist. - For Today, February 5
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Fall seven times, get up eight. - Japanese proverb
My basic requirements for happiness are what exactly? Having a sense of wonder at myself, my mind, my body, the world around me. The innate feeling of resilience that I can pick myself up and keep going. Connection with other human beings. A warm cat on my lap. Good books. Clean water. Adequate food. Space. Fresh Air. An open sky. Quiet. Caring touch.
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