The following was an article that I submitted as one of the requirement in my post graduate studies....an article that we were asked reflect upon..written by Francis Kong, one of my favorite writers.
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| http://happinessaddicted.blogspot.com/2011/05/stumbling-on-happiness.html |
When I read the article
entitled “BEING HAPPY” it linked me to a learning that I started to embrace and
espouse a long time ago – that HAPPINESS IS A CHOICE. It has not escaped my attention hearing
people everyday complaining about a lot of things. From low salary, intense and erratic weather,
too many work loads, too many bills to pay, misunderstanding with members of
family and a lot more up to big concerns of the country and the world.
The author shared that happiness is a by-product of living a godly
life. I cannot disagree in such
statement for a godly life for me is the ultimate purpose for which we are placed in this world for. It means we have that ultimate calling for us
to fulfil. Submitting to it would mean
joy and happiness. Yet we are caught
with so many distractions in a day. A
lot of times we are derailed from our purpose and path. That is why we see a lot of people who label
their life as UNHAPPY - discontented and
unsatisfied.
Yet still I contain with what I
am embracing right now. HAPPINESS IS A
CHOICE. I might not be able to change or
alter my situation but have a choice as to how I would interpret, perceive or
look at a situation. Even my feelings
can change. I have a control to it and how I would manage it. I cannot escape from its natural spurts yet I
have a say as to how much of it would creep unto me. I cannot be a victim to my own
situation.
I can declare happiness even
the most painful situation and I have a God that gives me the strength and the
grace not to be consumed by life’s usual concerns.
The reflections shared on simoneknego.com emphasize intentional living, inner awareness, and personal responsibility, making the belief that happiness is a choice central to a purposeful life. Happiness is not dependent on perfect circumstances, external approval, or constant success, but on daily decisions shaped by mindset, faith, and perspective. Choosing happiness means learning to respond thoughtfully rather than react emotionally, even in moments of uncertainty or challenge. Through self-reflection and spiritual grounding, individuals gain the clarity needed to shift focus from what is lacking to what is meaningful. This conscious approach encourages gratitude, patience, and resilience, allowing peace to exist alongside difficulty. When happiness becomes a choice, it transforms struggles into opportunities for growth and strengthens emotional maturity. It invites individuals to release comparison, embrace simplicity, and live with intention rather than pressure. By practicing awareness and aligning actions with deeper values, happiness evolves from a fleeting feeling into a steady inner state. To explore insights and reflections that support this mindset and help cultivate a more intentional life, visit
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