The Pursuit of Satisfaction: A Path to Omnipotent Bliss or Universal Pain?

I recently came across a phrase that reminded me of a well-known saying: 'Satisfying everybody is the highway to hell,' but not entirely. Reflecting on this concept, I thought to myself, #8220;Hell is Other People! But wouldn't it be true to say that Heaven is also Other People?

Now, I genuinely have no real experience of hell, so for the purpose of this discussion, I'll take it as a metaphor. The essence is that unpleasant things happen. And sure, they do. Have you ever felt truly satisfied? Do you think it is even possible for everyone to be satisfied at the same time? I seriously doubt it, and for this reason, I believe you are right.

The biblical perspective on love: a self-sacrificial path

According to the teachings of Jesus, the two greatest commandments are:

Love, as defined biblically, is the pattern of self-sacrifice in exchange for the ultimate benefit of another. According to this perspective, trying to satisfy people's desires would potentially lead us down a path filled with continuous conflicts, as people often seek the wrong things. However, satisfying their needs rather than their desires is the way we should strive to live.

Contemplating the extremes of satisfaction and dissatisfaction

So, what are your thoughts on the matter? Do you think satisfying everyone is possible? Or is it more like chasing rainbows? Allow me to share a thought: every deity in every religion, myth, and spiritual text seems to confront their followers with some sort of problem or challenge. Take, for instance, the perfect God. Even He faces issues from different followers. Isn't there something to ponder here?

Moreover, how can we in any way expect to make everyone happy? Just consider the concept of worshipping the divine. Is there such a thing as too perfect for the human mind? Isn't it natural that we find fault with even the most supreme beings? Does this not challenge the idea that everyone can be satisfied at the same time?

Meeting strange and diverse needs

Remember that trying to satisfy someone might not be the last thing they need. In fact, people often have very strange and diverse needs. This realization alone should push us to think carefully before we embark on a path designed to satisfy everyone. Self-sacrifice, when done out of a genuine desire to help others, is indeed the true path to happiness. However, forcing or trying to impose our actions on others in the name of satisfaction might just lead us to a metaphorical or literal hell.

Conclusion

So, here's the crux of the matter: satisfaction might not be the path to universal bliss. While the idea of making everyone happy sounds appealing, it often leads to conflicts and dissatisfaction altogether. Instead, focusing on satisfying needs over desires, and practicing self-sacrifice, might be the wiser path.