#wantsvsneeds

[spiritualsoull1969]

"Want vs. Need: Navigating the Path to Spirituality and Happiness"

In our journey through life, we often find ourselves grappling with the notions of wants and needs. These two concepts, while seemingly straightforward, carry profound implications that shape our path to spirituality and happiness. Understanding the distinction between them can be transformative, offering clarity and insight into the choices we make and the directions we take in life.

The Nature of Wants and Needs

At their core, wants and needs represent different levels of our desires and requirements. Needs are essential; they are the fundamental necessities that sustain our existence and well-being. These include basic physiological needs like food, water, shelter, and safety, as well as emotional and psychological needs such as love, belonging, and self-esteem. Needs are non-negotiable; they are the foundation upon which our physical, emotional, and spiritual health is built.

On the other hand, wants are desires that go beyond our basic requirements. They are the things we crave, aspire to, or dream about but are not essential for our survival or well-being. Wants often arise from societal influences, personal ambitions, or cultural expectations. While fulfilling our wants can bring temporary pleasure or satisfaction, they do not necessarily contribute to our long-term happiness or spiritual growth.

The Illusion of Fulfillment through Wants

In today's consumer-driven society, we are constantly bombarded with messages that equate happiness and success with material possessions, status, and external validation. This relentless pursuit of wants can create a cycle of dissatisfaction and discontent, as we chase after the next big thing, always seeking more but never feeling truly fulfilled.

The illusion that our wants can satisfy our deepest needs is a pervasive one. We may believe that acquiring a certain item, achieving a particular goal, or gaining approval from others will bring us happiness and contentment. However, this pursuit often leads to emptiness, as we discover that material wealth and external validation are fleeting and insubstantial.

The Essence of Spiritual Fulfillment

Spirituality invites us to explore the deeper dimensions of our existence, transcending the material and connecting with our inner selves, others, and the universe at large. It is a journey inward, towards understanding, acceptance, and enlightenment.

Focusing on our needs, rather than our wants, can be a transformative step on this spiritual path. By prioritizing what truly matters – our health, relationships, personal growth, and connection with others – we can cultivate a deeper sense of purpose, fulfillment, and inner peace. Spiritual fulfillment arises not from accumulating possessions or achieving external milestones but from aligning with our true selves and living in harmony with our values and beliefs.

The Path to True Happiness

Happiness is often perceived as the result of external circumstances – achieving success, accumulating wealth, or gaining recognition. However, true happiness is an inside job, stemming from our internal state of being rather than our external conditions.

When we confuse our wants with our needs, we risk sacrificing our well-being and happiness in pursuit of fleeting pleasures and superficial rewards. By discerning between what we truly need and what we merely want, we can make more conscious and meaningful choices that align with our values and contribute to our overall happiness and well-being.

Balancing Wants and Needs

Achieving a balance between wants and needs is essential for our spiritual and emotional well-being. It involves cultivating mindfulness, self-awareness, and discernment in our daily lives, allowing us to differentiate between genuine needs and transient wants.

Practicing gratitude can also help shift our focus from what we lack to what we already have, fostering contentment and appreciation for the present moment. By embracing simplicity, prioritizing meaningful experiences over material possessions, and nurturing our relationships and connections, we can cultivate a life that is rich in purpose, joy, and fulfillment.

Food For Thought

In conclusion, understanding the distinction between wants and needs is crucial for navigating our path to spirituality and happiness. While wants may offer temporary satisfaction, it is our needs – our fundamental requirements for physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being – that truly nourish our soul and sustain us on our journey through life.

By prioritizing our needs, embracing simplicity, and cultivating gratitude and mindfulness, we can align with our true selves, foster deeper connections with others, and experience a profound sense of fulfillment and happiness that transcends material possessions and external validation.

As we continue to explore and evolve on our spiritual journey, let us remember that true happiness lies not in the pursuit of our wants but in the fulfillment of our needs and the cultivation of a life lived with purpose, authenticity, and love.

[troubledontlast1]

The LORD has everything you need.

[optimalmastery]

How do we deal with wants vs needs, or continue looking for opportunities, in times of unrest? Explore this philosophical dilemma for both personal and global challenges with the latest editorial on Onescence 🔗📄 #onescence #yourascensionconnection #peace #wantsvsneeds #unrest #commonground

[parentingroundabout]

Second-Listen Saturday: Kids and Money Money Money Money

[soniasees]

Ughhhhh wants them ALL

[teamsnelltravelphotography]

If you came to me as a prospective home buyer and asked to start the house-hunting process, there are two things I would ask you: 𝟭. What do you 𝘄𝗮𝗻𝘁 in a house? 𝟮. What do you 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 in a house? Here’s a simple definition between the two: ✔️ NEEDS are the non-negotiable features, or the features you simply 𝘮𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 in your next home. These are things that you typically can't change after you move in (or it would be too expensive to do so), such as square footage, number of bedrooms, location, garage, etc. ✔️ WANTS are the things you’d like to have, but you can add or change down the road, such as a fenced-in yard, hardwood flooring, white kitchen, his & her master bedroom closets, or a finished basement. If you’re ready to shop for homes, you should have already spoken to a lender and received a pre-approval. With your budget in mind, you may need to forgo some of the wants. Unsure what's reasonable and what’s not in your price range? This is where your real estate agent comes in. A strong agent will know the area, what homes are currently selling for in your market, and how much added features — like an additional bedroom or a pool — should add to the price. If your wants or needs list is extremely long, it may be worth considering building a new home, so that you can customize it however you would like! Not sure where to start? Let's chat, I would love to help. #snell_grp #verlonsellstn #arbitragebrokers #wantsvsneeds #wantsandneeds https://www.instagram.com/p/CZZn9a3pcxn/?utm_medium=tumblr

[toni-onone]

Just because we can doesn't mean we should

[nvphotography]

Yeah, pretty much. #castiron #castironlife #castironcooking #wantsvsneeds https://www.instagram.com/p/B11l2-Ygyck/?igshid=1in1ocae8h4sl

[itsmartinever-blog]

Be you, not them. You don't have to be like them because you have your own beauty, talent, uniqueness, etc. that they don't have in them. You don't need to be insecure. You are you and nobody is like you because you are only one. Just be your self, don't do things because you want to impress them by your work... Do things because you want it. 😊💖 . @dutchlettering @marijketekent #dutchletteringchallenge #day4 #beyounotthem #beyourself #youareyou #handlettered #calligraphy #lettering #moderncalligraphy #letteringchallenge #typography #letters #justlove #smile #quote #quoteoftheday #motivation #passion #wantsvsneed

[heruniverseinreverse-blog]

I really want to buy LANY concert ticket, but we are still preparing for our youngest birthday and baptismal party. Hope they’ll have another concert this 2020 hahahaha.

[pursuewithin]

The part in my brain that distinguishes the difference between “needs” and “wants” isn’t wired properly. . Often I find myself purchasing something that I “need” and life won’t be complete without it. . What’s worse is I keep it unused for an embarrassing amount of time. . Enter the French Press, which was probably purchased last year 😳. . I didn’t even realize I did this until a coworker brought my attention to it. We were talking about ANOTHER product I purchased that I haven’t used and she said, “you do this all the time! You say you’ll use it but you don’t. How many other things do you have that haven’t been used but we’re a necessity?” . It was the sort of slap in your face that really opens your eyes. . My question to you... do books count? . Technically I only had two things I’ve had forever without trying (1. French Press. 2. Diva Cup) unless you count books. . So...Do books count? . Is anyone interested in holding me accountable to reading said books? . Ps. Coffee is VERY tasty using the press! But, I will refrain on a grinder until I’m fully committed to the press. . . . #wantsvsneeds #want #need #frenchpress #coffee #coffeefirst #butfirstcoffee #purchase https://www.instagram.com/p/Bp7GwP4BRJn/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=i9zw6wu9v2pf

[adirondackartworks]

. We get a lot of concern over prices sometimes. After all, jewelry is hardly a necessity as much as some of us would disagree but we really do want to make your shopping experience enjoyable. We have a selection of beautiful 925 Sterling Silver in a huge range of prices and quality! It may take us a minute but let us find that perfect piece for you ♥️😊 . . #amethyst #amethystring #birthstonejewelry #sterlingsilver #silversmith #handcraftedjewelry #artisanjewelry #lapidary #uniquegifts #perfectfit #ringsandthings #jewelryporn #customerservice #smallbusinesslove #jewelryforsale #accessoriesmaketheoutfit #wantsvsneeds #shopsmall #supportsmallbusiness #upstateny #adirondackstyle #lakeplacidny #lakegeorgeny #buffalony #burlingtonvt #rochesterny #fortdrumny (at Adirondack Artworks)

[canvasarttalk]

Our NEW Podcast (Ep.27 - 'Who wants to be a Millionaire') is live on itunes. Twoblackguyswithgoodcredit. Thank you for your support . . .#wantsvsneeds #twoblackguyswithgoodcredit #tbgwgc #financialliteracy #financialpodcast

[marlonicole]

Today 5 years ago! #facts #wantsvsneeds #iknowme

[santacruzagents-blog]

Finding a property that has every feature you want is often difficult, if not impossible. That doesn’t mean a home for you isn’t out there. Prioritizing your wants versus your needs can take a lot of frustration out of the search process, and will leave you more satisfied with the home you do choose to purchase.⠀ --⠀ #househunting #homesearch #homebuyers #newhome #homegoals #realestategoals #dreamhome #moving #wantsvsneeds #buyertip #realtortip #realestatetip #santacruz #santacruzagents #santacruzhomes #santacruzliving #santacruzlife #california #santacruzrealestate #californiarealestate #goals #success #priorities #buyertip (at Santa Cruz, California)

[realfoodgangstas]

This right here 👆🏻is powerful. This right here is what we teach. * We live in a world where our wants are greater than our needs. This creates an organism (human) that over lives, over eats, over exercises, and over breathes. Excess is a stress! * The wants of the living organism, there are none. It's not that it wants more detoxes, wants more supplements, wants to exercise more, wants to fast, wants to thrive off coffee, nor does it want you to treat symptoms. * The basic human NEED of the living organism is to create a Health. The basic human needs of the living organism is food water and air.... to support health. How we live and how we breathe dictates the state of our physiology, which dictates the state of our health. * And how we meet our basic human needs will decide whether we live in a state of havoc or harmony and construction or destruction. * Food strategy, not just food, is a basic human need to regulate the living cell... The living organism. #wearefood #restorationthyroid #eastwesthealing #realfoodgangstas #consciousnutrition #health #stress #wantsvsneeds #healing