Wonderful post.

There is profound wisdom in accepting how much happiness is within our reach, rather than always reaching too far and ploughing through life as a discontented miserable zombie.

This weekend I saw the movie "All the money in the World" and was reminded that this idea even applies to those who DO achieve their dreams. Despite being the richest man in the world, John Paul Getty's need for still another dollar caused him to sacrifice his own family, and consequently his own happiness, in pursuit of that one extra dollar.

I am reminded of one of Richard Ashcroft's best lyrics, from his song "Lucky Man," where he sings "All the love I have is in my mind." It's a reminder that there is a internal dial inside our minds that determines how we feel about absolutely everything in life.

I think the trick is to remember Confucius' great saying, that "a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step," and then to enjoy that single step whether you travel a thousand miles or not.

That way, you still are walking toward the stars, so it's possible you may get there, but you are getting so much joy out of your single step, you are a "lucky man" (or woman) whether you do or not.

PS: Whatsup lead me to your post, and I'm glad she did! 🍀 ;)