Also, because I need to think this thought more often, and writing it down helps for that

[godream]

Dear Self:

Happy is something you achieve, not something you are given. Nobody is going to bring it to you on a plate. It probably wouldn't be satisfying if they did anyways. You build it yourself, and that's not a bad thing.

You deserve it (really! yes you do!) and there is nothing wrong with pursuing it.

Love,
Self

Comments

[kaigex.livejournal.com]

Ahh, yes. I suppose in line with the journey comment above and steering comment below, there is pursuit inherent in the choosing of the routes even if one isn't so concerned with the destination, so I do indeed agree with the active-not-passive sentiment. Perfectly Reasonable and Mature^TM reasons not to do things are all kinds of dangerous; they're like those big stone heads in Labyrinth that warn you away from the most interesting paths.