Being Happy

A recent NYT article by Roger Rosenblatt offers tips to be happy at 85 or really any age.  Read the article here https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/13/opinion/aging-tips-getting-older.html

Ask yourself following questions

1) Is there any Buddhist thread in the items listed?

2) Is there any item you would delete from the list?

3) Is there anything you would add to the list?

4) What is your definition of happiness?

AI thinks happy is:

 "Happy" generally signifies a state of joy, pleasure, or contentment. It can describe a feeling of delight, satisfaction, or being in high spirits.Additionally, it can refer to something that is associated with joy, or something that is suitable and appropriate. 

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

Emotional State: "Happy" primarily refers to a feeling of joy, pleasure, or contentment.This can be triggered by positive events, accomplishments, or simply a sense of well-being. 

Positive Feeling:  It implies a positive emotional state, often characterized by a sense of satisfaction and delight.

Other Uses: "Happy" can also describe something that is fortunate, suitable, or shows joy. For example a "happy coincidence" suggests a lucky or favorable event.