Purpose of life

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 life2018
Feb 24, 2018 31 Comments

I had a successful career so far. Born in a poor village in a south asian country, migrated here in US, joined top tech and promoted as well. I will
be 40 this year and now I feel I’m becoming sick. Diagnosed with chronicle health conditions (type2 diabetes, high cholesterol) recently. Pains in any organ (abdominal, chest) cause me sleepless nights due to endless thinking on health.
So here is the question for dear friends in Blind.
Am I the only person like this in here?
Do you think seriously about the purpose of this life?
Once you become sick, nothing matters. My title, money everything is pretty much useless.

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  • “ I am rich, fit, and I have mastered almost everything I wanted to master. Why am I still not happy and still not satisfied?” - posted in Quora by Anonymous

    *Answer by Karim Elsheikh*:

    “Human happiness (as we know it) is caused by 4 basic chemicals:

    *Dopamine*
    *Endorphins*
    *Serotonin*
    *Oxytocin*

    # On your journey to become fit, your body released endorphins to cope with the pain of physical exercise. You probably began to enjoy exercise as you got into it, and the endorphins made you happy - *temporarily*.

    # On your journey to become rich, you probably completed many tasks and goals. You probably bought all the things you’ve ever wanted. Nice cars, beautiful clothes, and a perfect home. This released dopamine in your brain when you achieved your goals and bought these things, which once again contributed to your happiness - *temporarily*.

    *So what about the other two chemicals?*

    It turns out that human happiness is incomplete without all 4 chemicals constantly being released in the brain.

    So now you need to work on releasing serotonin and oxytocin.

    “How do I do that, Buddy?”

    # Serotonin is released when we act in a way that benefits others. When we give to causes beyond ourselves and our own benefit. When we connect with people on a deep, human level. Writing this Quora answer is releasing serotonin in my brain right now because I’m using my precious time on the weekend to give back to others for free. Hopefully I’m providing useful information that can help other people, like yourself.

    *That’s why you often see billionaires turning to charity when they have already bought everything they wanted to, and experienced everything they wanted to in life*. They’ve had enough dopamine from material pleasures, now they need the serotonin.

    # Oxytocin on the other hand, is released when we become close to another human being. *When we hug a friend, or shake someone’s hand, oxytocin is released in varying amounts*.

    Oxytocin is easy to release. It’s all about becoming more social!

    Share your wealth with your friends and family to create amazing experiences.

    Laugh, love, cooperate, and play with others.
    That’s it my friend!

    I think it all comes down to the likelihood that you are missing two things: contribution and social connection”

    (I think it’s a brilliant piece of info, and let's also get our doses of Serotonin now !! 😊)
    Feb 25, 2018 4
  • The purpose of life is to have a life of purpose.
    Feb 24, 2018 1
    • Microsoft / Eng
      Dr.Who

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       Dr.Who
      ^this

      Friends/family/religion/employment/hobbies all provide a sense of purpose and accomplishment. You could make a renewed effort in one of those areas of your life.

      Do you make enough money to make a difference in the town you're from? Maybe offering scholarships to some of the youth based on essays of how they'll use their education.
      Feb 25, 2018
  • If you have enough savings, quit your job, spend a few months working on your body and soul instead. Exercise, eat healthy, read books, visit some islands. The Bay area rat race is toxic.
    Feb 24, 2018 0
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    chipotlefa

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    chipotlefa
    Have a healthy balance diet and live
    Feb 24, 2018 0
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    IfpQ71

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    IfpQ71
    OP, I can relate somewhat. Same age and running into some health issues. Try to cherish every day and be grateful. I think the purpose of life is two fold 1) determine your gift and share it w/the world. 2) identify what makes you happy and try to enjoy it at least once a day. For me it’s going for a walk, chatting up a friendly neighbor, do something kind for someone, enjoying a good laugh (or cry).

    It’s different for everyone. Eat healthy, learn to pray/meditate/yoga and exercise. Buy a Fitbit or Apple Watch with an idle/movement tracker to ensure you’re active 30 mins a day. Good luck!
    Feb 24, 2018 0