How to Be Happy: A Conscious Choice for a Fulfilling Life

Happiness is one of the most sought-after experiences in human life. It is written about in books, sung about in songs, and pursued in countless ways across cultures and generations. Yet despite its universal appeal, happiness often feels elusive or fleeting. Why?

The answer lies partly in a misunderstanding of what happiness is—and how it works. Contrary to popular belief, happiness is not a passive state that happens to us when everything falls into place. Nor is it something external we can acquire like money or possessions. Happiness, at its core, is a choice—one that we can cultivate through self-awareness, intentional action, and meaningful connection.