Our values are the emotional states we wish to constantly experience. When we act in accordance with our values, we achieve a sense of fulfilment.
A single action aligned with our values provides hope.
At this stage, I value health, happiness and family as important.
Therefore, every day I walk from my place to my parent's home, which takes about 30 minutes round trip, regardless of the weather conditions, whether it's raining or a sunny day in hot summer.
During these walks, sometimes I capture beautiful photos, which not only bring me moments of happiness and mindfulness but also create wonderful memories that I can cherish in the future.
My ultimate goal is to spend quality time with my parents while living in Shanghai.
No matter how much money I have, living in alignment with my values, and consistently experiencing this is what truly brings a sense of happiness.
For instance, if I continue to maintain a day job in Melbourne without finding a way to see my parents for a few months each year in China, it may feel like my dream can never come true.
Therefore, if you want to experience happiness, it is crucial to make decisions based on your values.
It's important to remember that values are not fixed and may evolve over time.
Money becomes useful only when used wisely to support living in alignment with our values.
Some individuals solely focus on making money, neglecting their health, which can lead to stress and illness.
This also explains why some individuals achieve financial freedom but still feel unhappy.
And there are books to read, courses to attend, and opportunities to invest time and money in learning about happiness.
Only those who actively engage in this learning process and apply it in life are likely to become happier individuals.
It's not because people are rich that they automatically master happiness, it is a continual process of learning and growth.
Photos were taken on my way to visit my parents in Shanghai.
