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Happiness and the Movies

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“Looking for happiness in the body, mind or world is like looking for the screen in a movie. The screen doesn’t appear in the movie, and yet, at the same time, all that is seen in the movie is the screen. In the same way that the screen ‘hides’ in plain view, so happiness ‘hides’ in all experience.”

~ Rupert Spira

The wisdom of Rupert Spira touches me and gives me time to pause. When I hear him talk in conversations on YouTube, I have a sense of knowing and his words make sense. Taken out of context it’s harder to grasp the deeper meaning with an ordinary mind and limitations of language….

Happiness is there for all of us, at any moment, when we open up our awareness of it. Otherwise we just get caught up in the story that’s being projected.

… Or perhaps its too early in the morning to decipher what is on the screen.

I would love to hear your perspective.

Val T Boyko
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34 responses to “Happiness and the Movies”

  1. nrhatch Avatar
    nrhatch

    We are not the movie.
    We are not the story.
    We are not the screen.
    We are not the projector.

    We are the witness, watching the scenes unfold with conscious awareness. From that perspective, we can get caught up in the story OR choose to let go of our desire for a certain outcome. When we go with the flow and let the story unfold in its own way and time, we become a detached observer, overflowing with mirth.

    As joy bubbles up from within, we are one with the laughing buddha.

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    1. nrhatch Avatar
      nrhatch

      Or, more to the point:

      Happiness isn’t in things. It is in us!

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      1. Val Boyko Avatar
        Val Boyko

        Love that simplicity Nancy. It truly is 💕

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    2. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Mirth…. yes 🥳 thank you Nancy for your profound light ❤️

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  2. insearchofitall Avatar
    insearchofitall

    This really resonates and I also agree with nrhatch. I see that most of the time. Occasionally, I get caught up in the story or the picture. Very helpful.

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thank you Marlene. 💕 Nancy’s straight forward approach is so refreshing in a complex and confusing world.

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  3. Jill Weatherholt Avatar
    Jill Weatherholt

    The older I get, the easier it seems to choose happiness. Great reminder, Val!

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      When we have experienced the highs and lows of life it does become a choice. Thank you for choosing happiness and to be here Jill. 💕

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  4. Eddie Two Hawks Avatar
    Eddie Two Hawks

    Making happiness a state of being is the best way to apply its treasure.

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      A state of being. Indeed. Thanks Eddie ❤️

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  5. cindy knoke Avatar
    cindy knoke

    I like the analogy.

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thank you Cindy. 💕

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  6. LuAnne Holder Avatar
    LuAnne Holder

    This reminds me of an old Kathy Mattea song, “Standing Knee Deep in a River Dying of Thirst”. Joy is all around us if we just are mindful of its presence. Lovely post. If you are interested in viewing the video or lyrics – https://www.bing.com/search?q=standing+knee+deep+in+a+river+dying+of+thirst&form=EDGEAR&qs=AS&cvid=5ca408f6e34c46a2a55fd847c983e195&cc=US&setlang=en-US&PC=HCTS

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  7. Marje @ Kyrosmagica Avatar
    Marje @ Kyrosmagica

    I think that I am the happiest I have ever been,.perhaps it is because I have discovered who I am. It’s taken me a long time! I am such a slow developer.

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Being a slow developer is good Marje! You take each lesson in and absorb it well.

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      1. Marje @ Kyrosmagica Avatar
        Marje @ Kyrosmagica

        Yes perhaps that’s true! Just hope I live a long life to do all the things I long to do!

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  8. Debra Avatar
    Debra

    This really hits home. Thank you, Val. I love the quote.

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  9. Karen Lang Avatar
    Karen Lang

    Wise words Val! Sitting on the land each day reminds me of this presence and awareness within and around me! 🙂

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  10. Eliza Waters Avatar
    Eliza Waters

    As they say, ‘happiness is an inside job.’ It’s the perspective we choose that makes the difference. Even in the worst situations, if you look long enough, you’ll find the silver lining. You just have to remember to look!

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  11. Sue Dreamwalker Avatar
    Sue Dreamwalker

    Love that quote you gave us Val.

    Happiness is a state of BEing, and I can be happy shovelling manure in the allotment, as well as when I am picking dahlias, as I absorb their colours and blooms. and fragrances 🙂 .
    We are the writers of our own scripts.. And at any time we can write a different ending to our stories.. Its just that some like to keep replaying the same old video loops.. 🙂
    May we continue to Flow in Love and Happiness dear Val.. And I so thank you for all of your reminders that keep us seeking to be the best we can be..
    Love and Blessings my friend ❤ ❤ ❤

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  12. Bela Johnson Avatar
    Bela Johnson

    Since you asked for feedback, Val, I offer this. Cultivate gratitude. From that place, one is bound to be happy, no matter the circumstances. Aloha ❤

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      A powerful insight. Thank you Bela for all you bring 💕

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      1. Bela Johnson Avatar
        Bela Johnson

        😗❣️

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  13. smilecalm Avatar
    smilecalm

    sounds like a great
    choice, Val 🙂

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thank you David. 💛

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  14. Kerellos Mina Avatar
    Kerellos Mina

    Nice this quote😍
    https://kerellosmina.wordpress.com/2019/02/01/the-happiness-with-who-you-love/

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  15. Betul Erbasi Avatar
    Betul Erbasi

    When you want to see differences between people, you will see a lot. When you want to see the similarities, you will also see a lot. Likewise, when you want to see sadness in experiences, you will see a lot. When you want to see the happiness, you will again see a lot.

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      And when we understand, we can choose what we want to see. Thank you for this Betul 🙏

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      1. Betul Erbasi Avatar
        Betul Erbasi

        Yes, and that is what makes the differences between the states of people. Experiences are similar, our takes on them are different.

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  16. screenotes Avatar
    screenotes

    Rupert’s “screen” metaphors are always a great reminder of what “I” truly am/are/is.

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  17. doelife Avatar
    doelife

    love this
    Sometimes the struggle is being to caught up in breaking down the movie instead of allowing the escape of just watching and taking in the full experience in of the masterpiece

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Love it❣️

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  18. doelife Avatar
    doelife

    Your style is awesome 😊💜

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thank you so much 🙏

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