Meaning Of Life

Ever since I saw Monty Python's the meaning of life, I've been more ready to take a humorous approach to the great questions of philosophy. To be sure, I know that living a meaningful life is important and we probably only have one life to live – at least according to most of the religions – but that doesn't mean that we have to be uptight about it. There are many different meanings of life, and choosing yours requires that you don't act out of fear. Sit back and determine what your true passion is. Only then can you really begin to have a meaningful existence.

A friend of mine once said that the meaning of philosophy was nothing short of the meaning of life. I suppose that this is true. We can ask ourselves questions about the significance of good and evil, the meaning of morality and mortality, and all sorts of other questions, but ultimately it all comes down to our purpose in this world. The problem is that there are no clear answers. Some people decide that religion is the key to meaning, and follow a particular faith. Other people put stock in their job, and spend their lives making as much money as possible. However you feel about the meaning of life, no one else can tell you what it is. You have to decide for yourself.

Some people seem to live pretty well without even deciding on a set meaning for life. I know some people who seem to take everything one day at a time and have a great time with it. For these folks, life is a collection of simple pleasures and simple challenges with no rule defining everything. Although some people would say that living in such a casual manner means neglecting the meaning of life, I say this laid back attitude itself is a meaningful way to live.

As far as I'm concerned, the important thing is to take a moderate attitude towards things. Live life deeply and fully, but enjoy it and relax too. Too much passion can sometimes be as damaging and soul destroying as too little passion. Finding a way to be engaged in your life while simultaneously not stressing about it too much is the secret as far as I can tell. If you can do that, you don't need to worry about the meaning of life anymore; you will have found it.