How do i find out what makes me happy?

I know this sounds like a stupid question but i'm sure there are alot of people out there like me who feel a little bit lost and don't know what to do!


I know i like drawing and thats one thing but what else?


I mean one other thing is i have been thinking about joining Wing Chun because i've always loved Bruce Lee but when i think of the prospect of me training in that kind of enviroment (i'm not sure if i'm writing this properly) it sounds quite daunting! Maybe i just have to go down there and see for myself.


But what else?


What fun things are there to do and i'm not thinking of drinking or taking drugs!!!


Things that make u happy, good honest answers are welcome!


Thankyou

How do i find out what makes me happy?
Have a friend go with you,you never know both of you might just enjoy it and can practise the moves with each other. If you enjoy drawing check out art classes in your area, you don't have to be Picasso to have a bit of fun with it. Look through a list of classes in your area there might be something else that you haven't thought about doing that grabs your attention. Photography is great fun too and there are sites you can join in order to show your images and receive advice from fellow photographers on how to improve your technique. You don't need an expensive camera or equipment. Rambling / hill walking can be fun too, check for clubs in your area. it's a good way to meet people and keep fit at the same time ( if the photography idea appeals, there's a good opportunity there too to catch some great images ) If you like art then invest in some watercolours and brushes and give it a try or some other arts and crafts, like pottery. Try lots of different activities nothing lost if you don't like it , but just maybe you'll find something that you love. Good luck to you in whatever you do.
Reply:I can't help you find out what makes you tick, but I don't think you have to feel worried about starting a martial art. The instructors and the other students are probably friendly and will be glad to have you there, so don't worry about that and give it a shot.
Reply:Sounds silly but spending time with your friends. I also think that being on your own is often nice, i think you have to spend time alone to enjoy the company of others. I dont mean just sit at home doing nothing, i mean reading/drawing....etc!
Reply:in my opinion, you are going about the search for happiness somewhat backwards. the secret is to feel happy and then to do. true joy is always within you. seek it there and you'll find that everything you do makes you happy.
Reply:If you're creative, why not pick up a guitar or something?





No-one becomes Bruce Lee overnight, but we all know what happened to Bruce Lee... AND brandon Lee
Reply:I think I Know what you mean. Try out the Wing Chun you will probably enjoy the training and everybody has to start somewhere. You will certainly meet like minded people and you never know what doors that might open.





All sorts of things make me happy and I guess they vary greatly. Obviously my children's laughter makes me happy in a motherly love way, driving on a beautiful spring day lifts me but for a buzz of happiness that lasts for week it has got to be a Will Young concert.
Reply:just give it a bit of time. Life gets better as you grow older, as long as you haven't encumbered yourself by making bad decisions earlier on (e.g. having a kid with the wrong person, or getting into crime or whatever.) As you grow older you become more relaxed and self-confident. You become more aware of what you like and what you don't.





If you want to try a martial art you could start with Tai chi or something a bit less hectic than Wing Chun. I did a bit of Kung fu for a very very short time and the teacher always got us to do some Tai Chi at the end of each lesson. I guess it was to ground us before we went back outside. I liked that more than the actual Kung Fu come to think of it!





I recommend foreign travel too. Like they say, it broadens the mind.
Reply:For me, when I'm feeling a little lost or unhappy, nothing works better than getting on a highway with my windows down, and just listening to the sound of the road, and some great music. It's like meditation for me. Or go out into nature, get your hands in the soil, and listen to the sounds of a wild place. I really feel like that's a good way to ground yourself. Do your karate class. Don't be afraid of life, even when it's scary and intimidating. Have a conversation about something controversial with someone you enjoy talking to. There's nothing like a spirited debate to revive the soul. What it comes down to is, there are a lot of very simple things in this world that can make us feel happy, and motivated, and secure. The key is not to ignore the simple moments of happiness, those seconds when the whole thing feels right. Thats where you find joy.

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