Day 1: The Pursuit of Happiness and How Do We Attain It?

The first focus we will start with at our retreat is: the pursuit of happiness.

What does that oft quoted phrase mean?  Does it mean do whatever it takes to be happy?  What does "happy" even mean?

Aristotle suggested the ultimate end behind every motive is happiness.  Now, whether our actions and motives actually lead to happiness, that is the question for this month.

I would like us to start our philosophical journey towards renewal by examining this question in our lives.  Keep your minds and thoughts open and I would suggest you start with this question:

What is God trying to tell me right now that will ultimately lead to happiness?

I would suggest by finding your own actual definition of what true happiness is.  Much like there is a big difference between a "crush" and "true love," I believe there is a difference between temporary happiness and long term happiness. (See the article about that or write your own!)

Let's explore this idea!

I will start a series of posts on this topic under the label "Day 1: Happiness."  Any of you who are considering going to the retreat and would like to become authors, let me know and I will add you!  Perhaps we can label our articles along with the "Day 1" denotation: i.e., "discussion" or "article." They don't have to be fancy or eloquent...let's just get the thoughts rolling.

 Let the fun begin!