felicity - n. - happiness
Metaphorically, felicity is a commodity that can't be bought or sold albeit there are quite a few out there that insist it can be. The people espousing this point of view are usually those sans the money and material goods that they feel will solve all of their problems. Don't misunderstand me. Money can get you out of hot water and can certainly buy you copious supplies of it, but it isn't going to make you happy if you are not happy to begin with. And I know. This isn't new information. You've heard it before, and the reason why you keep hearing it is because it is true. Case in point: a dear childhood friend of mine, whom I consider a sister, has always swum in the lake of prosperity. She has never wanted for anything monetarily or materially, yet she has never been able to experience elongated periods of felicity. It is as though she possesses a genetic predisposition for misery. No kidding. Unfortunately, she is one tragic soul who is even beyond therapy perhaps. I doubt she will ever be able to embrace felicity wholeheartedly.
Felicity doesn't come easily, especially in today's world. If you feel bereft of joy, reach far inside of yourself and find a memory worthy of reliving. Allow it to cleanse your soul of what you think might be bursting your bubble. Stay in the moment. Hopefully, the high experienced will at least stay with you for the day. However, if it is not there in the morning, repeat the exercise.
Happy Friday! May it be filled with felicity!
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