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In summary, the conversation discusses the impact of strong convictions on one's emotions and how it can lead to either a happy or a sad/heavy feeling. It also explores the effects of doubt on one's ability to live out their convictions and the idea of living without thinking too much about one's beliefs. The importance of understanding one's convictions and finding a balance between thought and action is also mentioned.
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... (major, eg. a religious) conviction accompanied by a happy feeling, and a conviction accompanied by a sad/heavy feeling?


I mean. When you believe something strongly, you are happy with your conviction, and it drives you forward and it gives you life. But when you don't, your life can be a struggle and you just feel you might loosing it, and you don't know where yo go perhaps. What is the consequesens of this difference? Sometimes the conviction doesn't fit maybe. What doesn't make it so? Why does it make so good with some? What can make you give a good conviction the responding good feeling? That you practice your convition more? Does that goes for all? Or is it more about understanding your conviction more? Eg. Being a christian, you believe in certain lifeset of rules, but when you doubt, your live on the edge, you don't live out maybe your convitions. But also, where can one drive the line when the conviction accompany a good feeling? But mostly what effect does it have on you when your conviction is accompanied with a bad feeling instead of a good, or via verca? How more difficult eg is it to then live out those good convitions? And how can one make it good perhaps? Thats more of a practical question of course.
I guess it involves much.
 
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For me, feelings, thoughts, and convictions are all the same thing. It is our feelings in particular that separate us from the computers we use. We are the belief makers, we make it all as meaningful or meaningless as we choose. However, I use the term "choose" loosely. Sometimes our feelings are determined by biology as much as by will.

What makes for the happiest feelings accompanying our convictions is when we live our convictions without thinking about them too much. Among Taoists this is called Wu Wei Wu or "do without doing". A musician is a good example, after having mastered all the moves a musician can forget about the details and just loose themselves in the act of playing. Like a child playing with a toy their creativity is unleashed.
 
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I cannot speak to the specific example of a religious conviction, as it is a personal and subjective experience. However, in general, there is a difference between a conviction accompanied by a happy feeling and one accompanied by a sad or heavy feeling.

The main difference is likely related to the level of certainty or confidence in the conviction. When a person feels a happy or positive emotion along with their conviction, it is likely that they have strong faith in their belief and feel confident in their decision. This can be empowering and motivating, leading them to live their conviction more fully and with enthusiasm.

On the other hand, when a person feels a sad or heavy emotion with their conviction, it may indicate a lack of confidence or doubt in their belief. This can lead to inner turmoil and struggle, and may make it more difficult to fully live out their conviction. In some cases, it may even cause them to question or abandon their belief altogether.

It is important to note that the presence of positive or negative emotions with a conviction does not necessarily determine the validity or truthfulness of that conviction. Emotions are complex and can be influenced by various factors. It is also possible for a person to have a strong conviction accompanied by a mix of positive and negative emotions.

In terms of how to make a conviction accompanied by a bad feeling into a good one, it may involve further understanding and introspection. It could be helpful to examine the reasons behind the negative emotion and address any underlying doubts or uncertainties. It may also involve seeking support and guidance from others who share the same conviction.

In conclusion, the difference between a conviction accompanied by a happy feeling and one accompanied by a sad or heavy feeling may be related to the level of confidence and certainty in the belief. It is important to acknowledge and address any doubts or struggles that may arise, and to seek understanding and support in living out one's convictions.
 

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