Happiness Is A Fair Weathered Friend

This topic was created in the Scorpio forum by MrFirebird on Friday, November 14, 2014 and has 37 replies.

Understanding Happiness as a Temporary Companion

Happiness often depends on external conditions and can fade when circumstances change. Recognizing this helps in cultivating inner resilience and finding lasting fulfillment beyond temporary joys. It is important to develop inner stability to navigate life's ups and downs more effectively.

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Posted by oyes0435
And when fair weather comes round again?

A few too many times of that come and go fair-weather behavior, it's less apt to be believed.
You know.... that bit about making the same mistake, expecting different results can land you in the
mental pokey.

Looks at the other riff-raff chatter in this thread......

Ahem...
Seriously, when happiness is a fair weathered friend that leaves when fair weather ends,
you learn to take happiness with a grain of salt.
You learn how not to rely on it.

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I don't know if I agree with that. I think happiness comes from within and it's your choice. When my hot water was out today, for instance, I did not allow that to effect my mood since Friday is generally exam day, and instead choose to heat some water so I could bath. With a different mentality that could have ruined my day in the same way people can but it didn't because I make my own choice and I choose to be happy anyway.

I talk a big talk, but I am on my third glass of wine πŸ˜„ I reserve the right to edit anything I say so it cannot be used against me ...

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Posted by FixedWater
I don't know if I agree with that. I think happiness comes from within and it's your choice. When my hot water was out today, for instance, I did not allow that to effect my mood since Friday is generally exam day, and instead choose to heat some water so I could bath. With a different mentality that could have ruined my day in the same way people can but it didn't because I make my own choice and I choose to be happy anyway.

I talk a big talk, but I am on my third glass of wine πŸ˜„ I reserve the right to edit anything I say so it cannot be used against me ...

Yes, alcohol can put a smile on your face. But that's alcohol. But then... even alcohol is unfaithful.

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Posted by MrFirebird

Posted by oyes0435
And when fair weather comes round again?

A few too many times of that come and go fair-weather behavior, it's less apt to be believed.
You know.... that bit about making the same mistake, expecting different results can land you in the
mental pokey.

Looks at the other riff-raff chatter in this thread......

Ahem...
Seriously, when happiness is a fair weathered friend that leaves when fair weather ends,
you learn to take happiness with a grain of salt.
You learn how not to rely on it.

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I think of it from the position of never take it for granted, and always enjoy it when you can.

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Posted by MrFirebird

Posted by MoonArtist
I like fall and winter, so happiness is found when the leaves go when the fair weather ends. Anti summer person here.

Please sign the petition. You know you want to.

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Noo! Not signing the petition is a far greater torture. Plus I'll throw bday parties for all scorpio men, complete with party hats, balloons, and silly noise making blowy things, singing, and presents.

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My ground is already covered with snow from the other day, and it's currently snowing as the sun rises...it's absolutely gorgeous!!

I'm happy to report...I'm happy! πŸ™‚

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Posted by FixedWater
I agree the snow is gorgeous LIB, however the -5000 not so much. In that weather it is dangerous to be happy cause when you smile your face will crack Ah!

In the words of Peter Boyle.
Holy Crap!

Ladies.... it's NOT about the snow, it's NOT about the weather, it's not about the seasons.
And it's certainly not about some clown's privates!

It's about something else.
I honestly cannot believe what I am reading in here.

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"Holy Crap!

Ladies.... it's NOT about the snow, it's NOT about the weather, it's not about the seasons.
And it's certainly not about some clown's privates!

It's about something else.
I honestly cannot believe what I am reading in here"

Are you cheered up yet or still grouchy? Lol

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Posted by FixedWater
"Holy Crap!

Ladies.... it's NOT about the snow, it's NOT about the weather, it's not about the seasons.
And it's certainly not about some clown's privates!

It's about something else.
I honestly cannot believe what I am reading in here"

Are you cheered up yet or still grouchy? Lol

I'll feel better when someone finally gets it.

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Posted by MrFirebird

Posted by FixedWater
I agree the snow is gorgeous LIB, however the -5000 not so much. In that weather it is dangerous to be happy cause when you smile your face will crack Ah!

In the words of Peter Boyle.
Holy Crap!

Ladies.... it's NOT about the snow, it's NOT about the weather, it's not about the seasons.
And it's certainly not about some clown's privates!

It's about something else.
I honestly cannot believe what I am reading in here.

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hehehe.....then I've done my job rather well. ~hat tip~

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Posted by oyes0435

Posted by MrFirebird

Posted by oyes0435
And when fair weather comes round again?

A few too many times of that come and go fair-weather behavior, it's less apt to be believed.
You know.... that bit about making the same mistake, expecting different results can land you in the
mental pokey.

Looks at the other riff-raff chatter in this thread......

Ahem...
Seriously, when happiness is a fair weathered friend that leaves when fair weather ends,
you learn to take happiness with a grain of salt.
You learn how not to rely on it.

I suppose, you couldn't rely on it if you expected it would stay.
But if you expected it would wax and wane then it would be OK..

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You are getting very warm.
Study the sentence.
"Happiness is a fair weathered friend that leaves when fair weather ends"
How can you be internally happy when happiness leaves?

Make sense?