English Literature – Articles ☆ How to Flourish in Life! ☆ Shri Jagat Singh Bisht ☆

Do you seek happiness and well-being? Do you wish to flourish in life?

Happiness is the experience of joy, contentment, and positive well-being, combined with a deep sense that life is good, meaningful, and worthwhile.

People flourish when they find a balance of positive emotions, deep engagement with life, meaningful relationships, a sense of purpose, and the fulfilment of valued goals.

Here are five simple yet profound pathways to lasting happiness and a flourishing life:

ENGAGE DEEPLY

Immerse yourself in what you love. Go deeper and deeper. Master your skills and excel in your pursuits. Absorb yourself fully in the experience. You’ll discover the joy of flow.

WALK & EXERCISE

Rise early. Go for a long walk. Move your body—stretch, bend, squat, jump, turn, twist, whirl. Practise yoga. Breathe deeply. Meditate. Observe silence for a couple of hours after waking up. You’ll feel serene.

RELAX

Relax your body and mind. Sleep well. Take short breaks during the day. Rest adequately. Practise Yoga Nidra regularly for complete physical, mental, and emotional relaxation. You’ll feel stress-free.

BE INTIMATE

Nurture strong relationships with family, friends, and even strangers. Be warm and tender. Recognise that other people are the richest source of happiness in life. Be genuinely intimate with your partner, children, siblings, and parents. You’ll feel deeply loved.

BE SPIRITUAL

Be kind. Be generous. Be full of compassion. Never harm anyone—through words or deeds. Wish well, from your heart, for all beings. Dissolve into something meaningful and larger than yourself. You’ll find profound peace.