thetruemeaningofhappiness[共3页]

1、 Good morning, everyone. The Confucius once said that a man of noble character never lusts for adequate food and comfortable room. Instead, he is an eager leaner who can work promptly, speak cautiously, and improve himself by consulting some wise men. Even nowadays, these words are instructive. Firs

2、tly, the man who wants to pursue a magnificent life should free himself from the external temptations. The ability is called self-control. Secondly, a true life means that you have the courage to face a real self. When you encounter difficulties, have the confidence to get through the tough time. Wh

3、en faced with others criticism, have the modesty to accept the proper part. Thats called self-development. With the two outstanding qualities, its easy to comprehend the true essence of happiness. Thats my understanding.Now, lets come to my presentation. In my childhood, when I snuggle with my mom,

4、she would hold my left hand and flick through the veins, speaking softly, “The left vein stands for your lifetime. The middle one represents your intelligence, and the right one symbolizes your love.” All the three veins follow such a rule-the more smooth and longer the vein is, the happier you will

5、 be. It is an interesting and traditional version.Here is my topic: The True Essence of Happiness.I know the topic covers a wide range. So, firstly, lets see the happiness of our former generation in some rural areas. And I wish it will bring you some inspiration.They have something in common, a pie

6、ce of land, many heavy farm tools, two rough hands, a weather-beaten face and each day going out early and coming back late. Indeed, theyre short of luxuries. As to the family which owns college students, they may be worried about the high fees. But in some degree, theyre happy. When the regular bus

7、y days come, they enter a routine that is exhausted physically, but comfortable mentally. After a sound sleep, theyre refreshed and ready for another days hard work. When the weather is bad, they just relax at home or do some little crafts. When a festival knocks the door, everyone is engaged with h

8、is own part and prepares for the celebration with pleasure. When some family members away from home return, there is always a feast for them, plain meals, but deep feelings.The experience I have in the village taught me a lesson. With a definite goal, you will live happily.In a certain time, set a c

9、ertain goal for yourself. Then concentrate on it and keep moving along the road. Is it easier said than done? Yes! As far as Im concerned, the process of setting an objective can be troublesome. This is the reason why many students get confused. Without a clear destination, its easy to get lost in t

10、he life journey.But how do we set a goal? You may think it equal to fulfill your dream. But the present problem is that “dream” is too big to find out specific approaches leading to success.Based on that, lets ask ourselves what your interest is. Everyone has an interest, only those who keep fightin

11、g for a meaningful interest succeed. So, the first step you should develop a practical interest depending on your responsibility and morality. After that, try your best to follow your heart. Along the road of striving, you will surely enjoy your happy life.As is said by Kai-Fu Lee, the one who follo

12、ws his heart will never lose his way. I think the “heart” here refers to your dream or interest.Our undergraduates are wandering around the fork road. Each turning implies a kind of life. Whats your choice?At the end, I would like to use the following poem as our mutual encouragement.The Road Not Ta

13、ken - by Robert Frost Two roads diverged in a yellow wood, And sorry I could not travel both And be one traveler, long I stood And looked down one as far as I could To where it bent in the undergrown. Then took the other, as just as fair, And having perhaps the better claim, Because it was grassy and wanted wear; Though as for that the passing there Had worn them really about the same. And both that morning equally lay In leaves no step had trodden black Oh, I kept the first for another day! Yet knowing how way leads on to way, I doubted if I sh