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Is being simple and uneducated the best way to happiness?
Posted on 1/3/19 at 8:50 am
Posted on 1/3/19 at 8:50 am
Something can be said for ‘not knowing any better’. I realized that this weekend by watching others.
First there was the round of golf. Paired up with two guys that sucked balls but they were having a blast. Meanwhile, I’ve gotten down to a single digit handicap and am more pissed than usual since I don’t always break 80. They had a much better time than I did that day basically because they didn’t know better.
Then there was the LSU game I watched with a buddy of mine who doesn’t follow it that close. He had a blast watching the back and forth scores while I sulked for half the game bitching about things and only being relieved after the win.
I’m not a big music guy so can have a good time listening to almost anyone or anything. I see music buffs thinking everything sucks or this is too mainstream or that is too generic while it all sounds great to me.
I’ve realized that the more you know about something or the better you are at an activity, the fun factor goes way down. Time to lighten up and stop being so serious. Life is a rollercoaster. Anything more than moderation always leads to dissapointment. Happy 2019!
First there was the round of golf. Paired up with two guys that sucked balls but they were having a blast. Meanwhile, I’ve gotten down to a single digit handicap and am more pissed than usual since I don’t always break 80. They had a much better time than I did that day basically because they didn’t know better.
Then there was the LSU game I watched with a buddy of mine who doesn’t follow it that close. He had a blast watching the back and forth scores while I sulked for half the game bitching about things and only being relieved after the win.
I’m not a big music guy so can have a good time listening to almost anyone or anything. I see music buffs thinking everything sucks or this is too mainstream or that is too generic while it all sounds great to me.
I’ve realized that the more you know about something or the better you are at an activity, the fun factor goes way down. Time to lighten up and stop being so serious. Life is a rollercoaster. Anything more than moderation always leads to dissapointment. Happy 2019!
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Posted on 1/3/19 at 8:51 am to PortHudsonPlaya
Having very low standards probably helps. Just settling for what you have and not trying to get better. Always trying to get more is stressful
Posted on 1/3/19 at 8:53 am to PortHudsonPlaya
Skillet seems pretty happy...
Posted on 1/3/19 at 8:54 am to PortHudsonPlaya
Being wise enough to realize that your golf game and the LSU game doesn’t really matter is the best way.
Posted on 1/3/19 at 8:54 am to PortHudsonPlaya
You can not be a dumbass and still not take shite like golf and 20 year old kids playing football serious. That's typically what I do.
This post was edited on 1/3/19 at 8:55 am
Posted on 1/3/19 at 8:54 am to PortHudsonPlaya
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Is being simple and uneducated the best way to happiness?
This sounds like most liberals and they are mostly hateful and unhappy.
Posted on 1/3/19 at 8:54 am to PortHudsonPlaya
Posted on 1/3/19 at 8:55 am to PortHudsonPlaya
I work with a good ole Christian man. In his late 50s, probably about to retire. Very simple from out in the sticks doesn’t live above his means but lives very comfortably. He seems like the happiest, most pleasant man on earth.
I kinda see where you’re coming from
I kinda see where you’re coming from
Posted on 1/3/19 at 8:55 am to Dawgholio
Just understanding that most people you deal with on a daily basis are very dumb helps a lot.
Posted on 1/3/19 at 8:55 am to PortHudsonPlaya
The only way to be truly happy is to decide to be happy.
Posted on 1/3/19 at 8:56 am to Mingo Was His NameO
The key is not to take life too seriously. Doesn't take a genius to figure that out.
Posted on 1/3/19 at 8:57 am to PortHudsonPlaya
Being highly educated and living a simple life is probably a better way.
Posted on 1/3/19 at 8:57 am to PortHudsonPlaya
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Is being simple and uneducated the best way to happiness?
just hang around a 5 year old and you will get your answer pretty quick
Posted on 1/3/19 at 8:59 am to PortHudsonPlaya
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I’m not a big music guy
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it all sounds great to me
You sound very simple and uneducated. Are you happy?
Posted on 1/3/19 at 8:59 am to notsince98
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Being highly educated and living a simple life is probably a better way.
Can confirm
Posted on 1/3/19 at 9:00 am to Mingo Was His NameO
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Being highly educated and living a simple life is probably a better way.
Can confirm
you seem like one of the most miserable people alive.
Posted on 1/3/19 at 9:02 am to PortHudsonPlaya
The football buff and the music buff that think they are educated are not
They know basic rules, rosters and stats. But most, including me, could never contribute in a film session w Dave Aranda.
Same w music people. They know what they like but most can’t read music
The best way to be happy is to be simple and educated.
They know basic rules, rosters and stats. But most, including me, could never contribute in a film session w Dave Aranda.
Same w music people. They know what they like but most can’t read music
The best way to be happy is to be simple and educated.
Posted on 1/3/19 at 9:02 am to PortHudsonPlaya
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I’ve realized that the more you know about something or the better you are at an activity, the fun factor goes way down. Time to lighten up and stop being so serious. Life is a rollercoaster. Anything more than moderation always leads to dissapointment. Happy 2019!
I kind of feel that way with national politics. The way I look at it is, TRUMP is my man. He is in charge. Since Trump is in office as opposed to Hillary or Obama, I can somewhat check out until 2020 when I get the opportunity to pull the lever for Trump again. I follow national politics - I just don't let it consume me 24x7. My friends are bitching and yelling on all these political forums about how shitty the DEMS are...I say, frick it. My guy is head dick in charge and I dont have to consume myself with all that crap. He and I have the same agenda and I voted for him and i back the decisions he makes. period.
This post was edited on 1/3/19 at 9:05 am
Posted on 1/3/19 at 9:02 am to PortHudsonPlaya
The key is not letting pointless stuff take priority.
I like distance running and do what I can to improve my times. However I’m not going to get mad or upset because I had a bad race. My life hasn’t changed because of that.
I love watching sports on TV. If my team loses nothing changes in my life.
At the end of the day I have a solid job and can provide for my family. Not rich by any means but not struggling. I have a beautiful wife, good son and another on the way.
End of the day I focus on those things. No need to let unimportant things cause stress when I can be thankful for the important things.
I like distance running and do what I can to improve my times. However I’m not going to get mad or upset because I had a bad race. My life hasn’t changed because of that.
I love watching sports on TV. If my team loses nothing changes in my life.
At the end of the day I have a solid job and can provide for my family. Not rich by any means but not struggling. I have a beautiful wife, good son and another on the way.
End of the day I focus on those things. No need to let unimportant things cause stress when I can be thankful for the important things.
This post was edited on 1/3/19 at 9:17 am
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