The 5 Elements Of A Fulfilling Life (And How To Manifest Them)

“I have chosen to be happy because it’s good for my health.” – Voltaire

And isn’t it true! Happiness, the little thing that we keep taking for granted, is one of the many things in life that can be good for your health. When you begin to live a life where you feel or express regrets, it can be a life not well lived.

We all make mistakes and there have been times when we’ve lost some great opportunities, but do you keep regretting them or do you move on from them?

Any conscious decision to move on from your regrets or to minimize them can bring you a step closer to a fulfilling life. And trust me, when you live a fulfilling life, you can offer the same to the ones around you.

At least that is what positive psychology hints at. With so much knowledge gained in the field of psychology, many new theories and branches have appeared, bringing with them new ideas. Positive psychology focuses not on the problems we face but on what makes us feel happy and how to cultivate that happiness in our lives.

Today, I’m listing out 5 key elements of a fulfilling life and the ways you can manifest them in your life to live happily.

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The 5 Elements Of A Fulfilling Life

We all need these 5 elements in our lives to live a fulfilling life and happy life. Take a look at these elements;

1. Positive Emotions:

You not only need happiness as a positive emotion in your life but all the other positive emotions too, including pride, excitement, satisfaction, joy, and more. Positive emotions are one of the most important parts of living a fulfilling life, so don’t forget about them!

2. Engagement:

Another element that we need in our lives to lead a fulfilling life is engagement with what we do and our surroundings. We often navigate through our lives on autopilot and forget to enjoy what we’re doing. The more you’re aware and the more you actively engage in the things you do, the more you’ll live a fulfilling life.

3. Positive Relationships:

Again, just like positive emotions are an important part of your life, positive relationships are too. And I’m not just including romantic relationships here. All kinds of relationships – platonic, professional, and social – are important as they all play a role in our happiness and fulfillment in life. The more positive relationship you have with your parents, siblings, friends, coworkers, and others, the more happiness and fulfillment you’ll feel.

4. Meaning Or Purpose:

We all need a purpose in life. What would our lives be if there’s no meaning behind them? Without a purpose, without a meaning, you’re more likely to feel unhappy and dissatisfied with life. The more meaning you find in your life, and the purpose of living, the more you’ll feel a positive influence in the other areas of your life.

5. Achievements:

Just like your life needs meaning, you also need to feel achievement to feel truly fulfilled. When you achieve something, you feel happy and content, don’t you? So you need to put importance on your accomplishments. You need to set goals you can work towards. Even if you fail to achieve them, it’s OK. The act of working towards them could give meaning to your life and give you fulfillment in life.

How To Manifest Happiness In Your Life?

The best part is that these 5 elements of a fulfilling life are interconnected, so when you work on one, the others will also be affected. So, truly, you don’t need to do much, do you?

Well, here are some simple ways you can live a fulfilling life;

1. Prioritize Your Time

Time is of the essence so make sure you prioritize your time and use it wisely. Wake up with a purpose or a plan to accomplish something productive, if not meaningful. Make sure that when you go to sleep that night, you feel good about yourself and the day you’ve had.

2. Always Look For The Silver Lining

There are times when you feel that you didn’t do much today or that you somehow failed because there were no tangible achievements. That’s not the right thing. Always look for the silver lining because it’s always there. Try to make a positive of your negative situations or better yet, avoid anything that might make you feel negative.

3. Be Mindful Of Your Ways

Whether it is reading or living, try to be aware of your present moment. Mindfulness means focusing on the present rather than the past or the future. As the element “engagement” suggests; try to feel engaged in whatever you do. Mindfulness can be learned and once you do that, you’ll find positivity in everything you do.

4. Set Goals With A Purpose

We all set goals for ourselves, sure, but do they always have a purpose, or do they always align with our beliefs? Make sure that you set purposeful goals and do your best to achieve them. If you fail or can’t accomplish them in the time frame you set, then don’t feel bad. At the end of the day, what matters most is that you tried and haven’t given up yet.

5. Find A Purpose In Life

Life without purpose is not a life well lived. Without purpose, it can be hard to be passionate about something. So, whatever you do, find a purpose in life because it is with purpose you can lead and inspire others. Purpose in life is the foundation of your fulfilling life, so if you want to manifest happiness, it’s one of the main ingredients.

6. Go Out Of Your Comfort Zone

Stepping out of your comfort zone is a way to ensure that you will find new opportunities and pursuits to follow. It is the only way you’ll learn new things and meet new people who will inspire you to lead a positive and fulfilling life.

7. Work On Improvements Daily

Even if you work on improving your life by 1% every day, you’ll find yourself succeeding in your goal of living a fulfilling life. So don’t be shy to make improvements daily. Keep in mind the 5 elements of a fulfilling life and take due action to learn, communicate, and reflect on them.

8. Leave Regrets Behind

Regrets are a part of your life, but they don’t have to always be there. Try to leave your regrets behind and keep moving forward. Regrets, if not let go, will drag you down and you don’t want that. To live a fulfilling life, you need to leave your regrets behind so that their weight does not drag you down.

As I said, these 5 elements of a fulfilling life are interconnected, so if you improve one, you’ll automatically improve the rest. Keep working on them and keep going. Take a few minutes out of your day to reflect on what makes you happy.

Ask yourself, “Are you living a fulfilling life?” If your answer is “yes” then great, keep improving, but if your answer is, “No” or “Maybe”, then I hope the above ways how to live a fulfilling life will help you.

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Take Care and Stay Happy!