The Art of Letting Go – A Pursuit of Happiness and the Great Perhaps

“I go to seek a Great Perhaps.”
― François Rabelais

Are you happy? This is a question that has been asked millions of times. My answer to this question is another question – define happiness.

My father used to say that the pursuit of happiness often leads to unhappiness. We tend to chase a life filled with thrilling adventures, effortless victories, abundant wealth, and a flawless family, as portrayed by societal norms and perhaps influenced by the idealized lives depicted in movies and TV shows.

In reality, those so-called “happy endings” are not really endpoints in our actual lives, are they? Life keeps moving forward.

The art of letting go:

What if I suggested that you release yourself from the burden of societal expectations that could potentially lead to a downward spiral? I often find myself grappling with this persistent societal pressure, pushing me to achieve a specific brand of happiness—getting married by 30, securing a steady and reliable income, and the like.

Just let it go.

You’re not obliged to conform to societal norms. Instead, you can shape your own happiness and carve your unique path, setting an example for your own way of living. And exhibit your distinctive version of happiness to the world.

Go explore the great perhaps:

Failed to secure a stable income and socially respectable job? Let it go. Instead, follow your eternal curiosity and explore the untapped potential you may not have previously considered as an option.

Failed to find that “true love”? Let it go. Intelligence speaks louder than appearance. Seek someone who shares your language and connects with you on a deeper emotional level. Engaging in a conversation with someone emotionally intelligent is worth a thousand times more than a treasure trove of gold.

Filed to find excitement in your life? Let it go. With 8 billion people on Earth, the possibilities are boundless. Venture out to discover your untapped potential and define your own version of happiness, which might just await you in a foreign land where nobody speaks your native language.


The world is filled with the great perhaps. What if – that is the initial question to ponder, allowing you to delve into those great perhaps and carve out your distinct path.

Ultimately, you might find yourself telling your friends and family, “See, I told you so! It worked!”

Until then, go explore and see the other end of the world.

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