Sharon:
>I think a lot of it has to do with engagement in life. Seems to me there
>are several levels: . . . .
5) CONNECTED: Practice or do things which are vitally connected with every
day needs of life like growing food, cutting wood, cooking meals, dancing,
creating music.
> From what I see, the more people are in stage 5 and the less they are in
>stage one, usually the more connected to life they are. And assuming they
>are being reasonably successful with 5, generally the happier they are.
Yep. After six and a half decades of looking at humans, it appears to me
that those who feel confident and important feel happiest. It's about
self-image. Various ones try different paths, the Trumps with biz deals and
money, many in the middle leading typical lives--just being good
friends/spouses/parents/workers, others by doing volunteer/charity/helpful
work. If we are highly self-reliant we tend to feel secure; if we feel we
are doing valuable work we tend to feel important. I have done a lot of
activities. My greatest satisfaction has come from communicating with those
seeking a self-reliant life and knowing that I am helping them improve
their lives. Priceless.
Gene GeRue, author,
How To Find Your Ideal Country Home: A Comprehensive Guide
http://www.ruralize.com/
