Faded Jeans Living

Do you seek pleasure, purpose, or a combination of both?

I recently came across these two words – eudaimonic and hedonism.

Eudaimonic pursuits focus on one’s true potential, virtues, and overall well being. I believe from these we form our purpose or meaning on why we’re here and how we can contribute to the “collective”. We choose how we’re going to navigate life long term and aren’t affected as much by everyday ups and downs.

Hedonism, on the other hand, focuses on maximizing pleasure and minimizing pain in the short term. With that comes an emphasis on immediate gratification.

I find these interesting in that how we are feeling in this current moment in respect to our mind, body and spirit might be related to these two pursuits. Depression, illnesses, and why me lord are trying to tell us something. Are we listening?

In my experience when I solely have a me me me focus on pleasure, life eventually lends itself to a shit show. On the other hand, when I’m in tune, contributing, and connected with others goodness naturally gravitates toward me. Happiness comes from putting in the work. It’s a good work.

This is probably all common sense that if our life isn’t where we want it to be it might be a good exercise to stop and think about our focus. The problem is we don’t take the time to look inside. LOOK!

Would love to hear your thoughts and experiences on this.

Peace,

Dwight🦋