I am not really sure how I came up with the idea of answering all 50 of these question but it did make it onto my bucket list. I have answered one, two, three sets of these questions already. In order to chip away and get them all answered here is another set of five questions.
16. How come the things that make you happy don’t make everyone happy?
Well, I’d say it is rather obvious. Every person is its own person and so happiness comes in many shapes and colors. There may be certain trends within happiness desires but even those can be different. Like health. Health for a diabetic is probably different for a person who has never struggled with health issues.
Even for one person happiness can change. We are beings that grow, evolve and see things so happiness looks different in different life phases. In my childhood happiness was playing outside all day long and getting grandmas hot vanilla pudding with frozen raspberry mush. In my teenage years happiness was when spend time with my friends at the lake. In my early 20’s happiness was when I landed a cool work project. In my thirties happiness was when life wasn’t so dire and I felt lighthearted again. And now it looks like I am happiest when I sink into a book, a hug from the husband, a good time with loved ones. It changes… How does your happiness look like?
17. What one thing have you not done that you really want to do? What’s holding you back?
Mhm this is not any easy one. First I thought open an Etsy shop and sell something. But I did open a German version of an Etsy shop and had three sales. So, not valid. So next thought that popped up in my mind: take a cruise. I’d love to take a Scandinavian cruise along the ice bergs and while we are at it see the northern lights. Staying with boats I would also like to use my boating license and steer a boat. This might be possible sooner than later. I am sure there are many more things I want to do… But it seems like all of them revolve around travel and adventure. I admit I probably would be traveling more places but the husband is particular in accommodations and things to do so we often have to find a compromise.
18. Are you holding onto something you need to let go of?
I am holding on to anger much more than is healthy. I can get annoyed and angry about the smallest thing and talk myself into a rant… special if someone is listening. It’s unnecessary and unpleasant and doesn’t solve the problem usually. And if I am totally honest it doesn’t really make me feel better either. I thought it does but thinking about it… So maybe I need to find a new approach when something is annoying me. Laugh it off? Maybe not the best option if a person is annoying me. That would be mean. Give myself a time limit to vent maybe?
19. If you had to move to a state or country besides the one you currently live in, where would you move and why?
If I had to move within Germany the only other state/city I would like is probably Hamburg. Even though the weather would be even more gray and rainy. But it’s at the water. And it might not be so hot during summer months.
If I had to move to another country… Well, U.S. immediately suggest itself… but after lots of consideration on the husband’s and my part we wouldn’t. It would be Canada. It is similar to the U.S. but has better healthcare and politics. Not as many gun crazy people and overall seems a bit more cosmopolitan. I know it’s not all the U.S. and all the people but still. And after Elisabeth post Nova Scotia is a good spot to settle.
Another close one would be Finnland. But the language barrier would be an issue so, not an option if your really think about it strategically .
20. Do you push the elevator button more than once? Do you really believe it makes the elevator faster?
No I don’t. I may push the close door one multiple times if I need it to close like right now. But levels? No. Also not when waiting for it to arrive.
So much for today. I can not find a sufficient end to these thoughts. But I leave you with a question: Is there one of these questions you could easily answer in one sentences? Is there an answer you would disagree? Or maybe absolutely agree to? How is your elevator game? And which country would you move to?
This post is the fourth of the series to answer all 50 questions. A thing on my 100 things in 1000 days bucket list.
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Your answers are thought-provoking and interesting, Tobia! I have a hard time answering these kinds of questions because there are so many possible answers. But I can definitely say that I push an elevator button once, and that’s it!
As for moving somewhere else – I’m very happy right where I am. Visiting places is nice, but I love coming home even more.
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I know I like were I love too… the questions being “If you had to move” Well this is what I came up with… Who knows it is the same nex year. But I agree with you, coming home is really nice too.
These are such interesting questions, and I loved reading your answers. I think if I had to move to another country I would choose France, but there would be a language barrier, (hopefully corrected fairly quickly) and it is long way home. Although thinking about it, It would probably need to be southern France because of the cold.
I can see you in Southern France. The heat would be the reason this is not on my radar and – unpopular opinion – I am not a huge fan of France. These questions are interesting and definitely something I would never answer if not prompted. Or at least the most of them.
I love how thoughtful and honest you are in your answers to the questions. Your question about happiness and holding on to anger were especially poignant.
I like living in the US, because it is home and I think it has a lot going for it. However, the guns and the healthcare are huge reasons to NOT live here, so Canada seems like a good choice. If I had to move, and could move anywhere, I think I would go to France. I love it there. I think I would choose the French countryside, maybe an hour from Paris. Not a practical choice, as I don’t speak much French, and the idea of needing something like healthcare and not speaking the language is daunting.
If we are not talking about practical choice I would probably chose a Skandinavien Country. But u agree not speaking the language in case of emergency is a huge road block.
I am always hesitant posting my (honest) answers but I always check if I would talk about it with my best friend … and since I see you as my friends… but than hardly anyone reads my blog besides our bubble.
My husband and I just had a discussion about what country we could move to that would be more politically stable than the US and there’s just not a lot of great options. The EU has it’s own far-right situation, Scandinavia is full of neo-Nazis and a closeness to Russia, Canada is in trouble right now, and many countries in Latin America are dangerous. Maybe New Zealand? Globally it’s not looking good out there.
No, the shape of the world is a disaster and Europe is having a far too right situation now. France and Netherlands I fear are only the start… sigh… not really great option. New Zealand does sound like a good spot.
Love this post!!!!
I laughed out loud when you described the US with its gun laws and politics. So true.
I will answer question #19.
Two options:
The south of SPAIN. Firstly, I speak the language . Secondly, it’s relatively close to water. Thirdly, the pace of life is much slower, and the food is incredible. I may retire there, if T is okay with moving.
The south of France, Hyères??.. . I have survivable French, and I love the French culture. And I love the food!
T is similar to your husband- when he travels he likes to comfortable lol Me: whatever!
I’ve only ever been to Barcelona and therefore not too familiar with Spain. I think I would be ok with the language as I may survive and the husband speaks it. But I fear the heat is a no go for me.
It’s tough at times when travel styles are very opposite. Don’t get me wrong I like comfortable accommodation but I’d rather see more/travel more instead of spending money on luxury…
These questions are so fun and I liked your answers. I sometimes hold on to anger too but I also try to release any negative feelings as soon as I can… they usually do not serve you and if it’s not about a situation that might repeat itself, it’s just better to just let it go. (Easier said than done, I know).
Well, the state of the US is pretty precarious right now, but I agree, Europe has its own problems… sigh. I do not know where I’d like to move. Denmark seems like a happy place.
Definitely easier said than done. And I know it all and still hold on to it more often than not… the shape of the world is just sad, infuriating, embarrassing… I do t know… Denmark yes… seems a good option.
I really like your honesty in your response to question 18. Anger is such a hot emotion, isn’t it? I often have dreams where I am SO ANGRY at people and cannot regulate my anger, so it makes me think I repress a lot of my anger in my conscious state. So at least you’re not anger repressed!
I don’t know where I would live if not the U.S.! Canada does seem like a better option in many cases, but the winters there might break me, lol.
Thank you Stephany. I do sometimes wake up after dreaming and be soso mad and angry. I didn’t know anyone else feels this too.
Since I don’t mind winter much I think I could be fine in Canada. But you never know until you live it.