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Posted by rainbowbrite on September 2, 2005, at 3:29:08
pretend I don't care
...pretend...pretend....pretend.....pretendbut P - (5xE) + (3xH) = :-(
its so hard to compete, but its all about competition. I dont want to be 2nd. Ive failed. I give up. I cant do this anymore. Just accept it....run away!
Posted by rainbowbrite on September 3, 2005, at 11:14:25
In reply to P + (5xE) + (3xH) = :-), posted by rainbowbrite on September 2, 2005, at 3:29:08
OMG I didnt know I came to writing? Sounds like me but how weird?
In case anyone doesnt know this ..... P+ (5xE) + (3xH)is the mathematical formulation for happiness :-)
lose a H, P, or E and you may not be happy
Posted by sleepygirl on September 3, 2005, at 11:46:43
In reply to Happiness, posted by rainbowbrite on September 3, 2005, at 11:14:25
What do the letters stand for?
Posted by rainbowbrite on September 3, 2005, at 12:00:55
In reply to Re: Happiness, posted by sleepygirl on September 3, 2005, at 11:46:43
Scientists say they have solved one of the greatest mysteries plaguing mankind - just what is the secret of happiness?
The answer, apparently, is nothing as simple as true love, lots of money, or an exciting job. Instead, it can be neatly summarised in the following equation:
Happiness = P + (5xE) + (3xH)
Questions on which the equation is based
1. Are you outgoing, energetic, flexible and open to change?
2. Do you have a positive outlook, bounce back quickly from setbacks and feel that you are in control of your life?
3. Are your basic life needs met, in relation to personal health, finance, safety, freedom of choice and sense of community?
4. Can you call on the support of people close to you, immerse yourself in what you are doing, meet your expectations and engage in activities that give you a sense of purpose?
P stands for Personal Characteristics, including outlook on life, adaptability and resilience.E stands for Existence and relates to health, financial stability and friendships.
And H represents Higher Order needs, and covers self-esteem, expectations, ambitions and sense of humour
Posted by sleepygirl on September 3, 2005, at 14:40:15
In reply to breakdown- explained, posted by rainbowbrite on September 3, 2005, at 12:00:55
Thank you-I shall run the numbers :-)
Posted by rainbowbrite on September 4, 2005, at 0:52:58
In reply to Re: breakdown- explained, posted by sleepygirl on September 3, 2005, at 14:40:15
Posted by Toph on September 4, 2005, at 13:52:41
In reply to breakdown- explained, posted by rainbowbrite on September 3, 2005, at 12:00:55
I'm wondering where Bob's prized Civility fits into this equation, rain. Is it an unnamed characeristic of the variable P or one of the Lower Order needs missing from your formula? Clearly civility gives Bob great happiness.
Posted by rainbowbrite on September 6, 2005, at 20:26:11
In reply to Re: breakdown- explained » rainbowbrite, posted by Toph on September 4, 2005, at 13:52:41
Hi Toph!! How are you?
I think his equation would be written like this :-P
P+C(civilty)(5xE)+ (3xH)
Posted by Toph on September 6, 2005, at 21:03:49
In reply to Re: breakdown- explained » Toph, posted by rainbowbrite on September 6, 2005, at 20:26:11
My happiness equation would have to go something like:
A + F - J + C = ; )
A = ability to satisfy some of my expectations for myself, real and imagined
F = the acceptance and comfort of family and friends
J = all the negativity of the jerks I am forced to encounter, and
C = capacity to realize that it all doesn't mean sh*t in the end anyway
Posted by alexandra_k on September 6, 2005, at 21:28:53
In reply to Re: breakdown- explained » rainbowbrite, posted by Toph on September 6, 2005, at 21:03:49
you forgot about the happiness you derive from civility ;-)
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