城市之光
Happy Healthy Help-others Healing the World
喜樂 健康 助人 治癒世界
Soulful online English, one topic every other weekWritten by Stephen K. (US) | Translated by David D.
I've never considered myself to be a particularly joyful person. I'm very analytical, and even sometimes negative, about various situations that come up in my life. I would even go as far as to say I'm a "worrier」, especially when it comes to finances, work-related projects and relationships. As one can imagine, these worries certainly don't foster a sense of joy.
我從不認為自己是一個特別喜樂的人。對於生活中出現的各種情況，我會理性地分析，有時甚至是消極的。尤其是在財務、工作項目和人際關係方面，我甚至可以說是一個「杞人憂天者」。可以想像，這些擔憂肯定不會生出喜樂來。
But just like most people, I do find moments here and there that bring me happiness, such as listening to my pet canary chirping on the balcony on a bright, sunny morning. I also love catching up on the latest episodes of my favorite TV series or enjoying solace whilst walking through any number of the fine museums Qingdao has to offer.
但就像大多數人一樣，我也會時不時地發現一些能給我帶來快樂的時刻，比如在一個陽光明媚的早晨，聽我的寵物金絲雀在陽臺上啁啾。我也喜歡追我最愛的電視劇，或者在青島眾多的博物館中徜徉。
There are always ways to deaden and drown out the negativity that so often freely flows. For most of us, we search for external stimuli that can bring us happiness and fulfillment. We crave entertainment, as it offers an ever so brief reprieve from the daily stresses of life. A weekend trip to the cinema to see the latest blockbuster helps us to forget about our troubles and puts a smile on our face. Then there's always dinner and a nice glass of wine. Dining out with friends has always been something I look forward to.
對於那些時常存在的負面情緒，其實總有辦法緩解與消融。對大多數人來說，我們所尋找的乃是能給我們帶來快樂和滿足的外部刺激。我們渴望娛樂，因為它能讓我們從日常生活的壓力中得到短暫的解脫。周末去電影院看最新上映的大片可以讓我們忘記煩惱，面帶微笑。晚餐配上一杯好酒。和朋友出去吃飯一直是我期待的事情。
For some, battling an opponent in a virtual gaming environment brings a rush of adrenaline and makes them feel alive. Or perhaps sitting down with a good book is preferred. Whatever the case, we all need a little fun and joy in our lives and I'm no different. The only variances are how we choose to obtain it.
對一些人來說，在電競遊戲中與對手戰鬥帶來腎上腺素的激增，酣暢淋漓。或者不妨坐下來讀一本好書。無論如何，生活中我們都需要一點樂趣，我也不例外。唯一的差異是我們選擇如何獲得它。
As I recently hosted an online English Corner discussing these very ideas, I thought a little deeper about what brings me joy. Do I always need something or someone else to help me to obtain it, or is there some source from within that I could tap into? Is joy only fleeting, temporary, or can it be more lasting?
最近藉著主持一個在線英語角並討論這些想法的機會，我也對什麼能給我帶來喜樂有了一些更深的思考。我是常常需要一些東西或其他人來幫助我獲得喜樂呢？還是說我的喜樂可以由內而外地生發出來?喜樂是如曇花一現呢？還是可以長久地存在?
During this recent viral epidemic of Covid-19, I've had much time to myself at home with all the creature comforts that normally make me happy...movies, online games, books, etc. In many ways I』ve really enjoyed this time to myself. But I've also come to the realization that 「things」 are not enough to sustain me. Having excess free time to relax and consume left me somewhat wanting. I still craved more, but what was it? The answer came when preparing for the aforementioned English Corner.
在這個新冠肺炎流行的時期，我有很多時間呆在家裡，享受著那些經常帶給我快樂的事情：電影、網路遊戲、書籍等。在很多方面，我真的很享受這段時間。但我也意識到只有這些「事情」是不足以支撐我的。不知為何，用這些多餘的空閒時間來放鬆和消費反而讓我有些失落。我仍然渴望更多，但那是什麼?在我準備之前提到過的英語角的時候，答案出現了。
Knowing that many of my friends and family were going through the same disruptive inconveniences related to the virus, I would occasionally connect with them online to encourage them. I would also join online meetings where I could freely communicate with others in virtual fellowship halls. My heart was so glad to start back to teaching and to see many of my students whom I had not interacted with for many weeks.
我知道，我的家人和朋友們都在經歷著這次疫情帶來的諸多不便，我有時會在網上聯繫他們，鼓勵他們。我也參加了一些在線會議，在那些虛擬大廳裡我可以自由、有深度地與他人交流、連接。我很高興能重新開始教學，見到了許多好幾個星期沒有見到的學生。
And that's when it dawned on ...I needed people in my life to encourage me too. This brought me joy and happiness. My healthy path to a glad and sincere heart was not found in isolation, but rather in human companionship.
就在那時，我明白了：我也需要有人來鼓勵我。這給我帶來了喜樂和幸福。對我來說，通往健康心靈的愉快與誠摯之路並不存在於孤獨之中，而在人類的陪伴中。
Even in the games I enjoyed, the ones where I could play and interact with a real opponent were more fun and exciting. And I remembered how much I loved watching movies with a friend, not just alone. I enjoyed most the TV shows that were about families and friends fighting through the rigors of daily life together. Sharing, caring and interaction, these were golden!
即使在我喜歡的遊戲中，那些我可以與真正的對手互動的遊戲也才更有趣和刺激。我還記得我是多麼喜歡和朋友一起看電影，而不是一個人。我最喜歡的電視節目是關於家人和朋友一起在艱苦的日常生活中奮鬥的故事。那些故事中的分享、關懷和互動，閃閃發光!
So I'm now grateful for my time in seclusion and for the way it has helped me to know myself better. I'm more appreciative of the people in my life who pass on a kind word at the end of a rough day, or willingly give a hug when one is desperately needed. I am not only meant to consume and to take from others though, as it likewise gives me joy to do the same for those in need.
所以我現在很感激我的「隱居」生活，因為它幫助我更好地了解了我自己。我更感激那些在我生命中遇到的人，他們會在艱難的一天結束時，給你一句溫暖的話語，或者在你最需要的時候，給你一個擁抱。但這也不是說我只想消費，從別人那裡索取，為那些需要幫助的人做同樣的事情也會給我帶來喜樂。
I recall a famous saying...「No man is an island」. This is definitely true for me. And while I consider the important impact that caring persons have on my state of well-being, I can’t help but wonder if there is more than just human interaction that I need. I believe I was created for a purpose. And if there is indeed a Creator, then I wonder what that purpose may be? Maybe it's not only to chase after amusement, money and happiness, but to simply find inner joy and peace that is more lasting. And if I can spread some of that same joy to those around me, then the world will be a much happier place indeed.
我記得一句名言：「沒有人是一座孤島」。這對我來說絕對是真的。當我考慮到有愛心的人對我的健康所產生的重要影響時，我不禁想知道，我是否需要比人與人之間的互動更多的東西。我相信我被創造是有一個目的。如果真的有一個造物主，那麼我想知道那個目的是什麼?也許不僅僅是為了追求娛樂、金錢和幸福，而是為了找到更持久的內在的喜樂與平安。如果我能把這樣的喜樂傳播給我周圍的人，那麼這個世界定會成為一個更快樂的地方。
現場觀眾feedback（節選）
Jet：
組織得挺好的，視頻的形式比純語音好，疫情後還是authentic community 更有親和性。Stephen老師也很有耐心，問題設置挺合理，很循序漸進地引導新人積極參與，線下圍著他坐一圈交流應該更有氛圍。總的來說，感覺確實挺親和、挺有包容性的，只是被疫情期間的互動形式稍有影響，線下也能有更多活動。我感覺大多人參與感還是挺好的，應該也有不少人很願意推廣這種小社區活動。
Summer：
感覺英語角沒有想像的那麼困難，氛圍還是挺輕鬆的~有兩個點挺深入的:1.喜樂和快樂不同，快樂只是在某個瞬間、某個時間段，它是短暫的，但是喜樂是一種內在的品格，一種生活的態度，能細水長流。2.Stephen講到的四種健康：身體健康、情緒健康、心理健康、精神健康。提醒我外在的健康和內在的健康都需要關注。內在的健康，帶來由內而外的喜樂。
Saca：
跟大家一起度過了一個美好的夜晚，談論Joy的話題。確實，能帶來快樂的東西很多，喜樂卻不然，它是一種更長久安寧的情緒。與好朋友們在一起確實是joyful，很期待疫情過去大家面對面的時間。感謝Stephen的預備，輕鬆愉悅又溫馨，還好好練了會兒英語。
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