Sometimes, when I find myself getting caught up in complaining, not feeling grateful for what I have, or wishing I was having a better day, I have to take a deep breath, pause, and be still. For you see – I have much to be thankful for. The little things in life are what make a complete life, a life full of love, joy, and contentment. No, not everything is rosy every single day. But you can take what you want out of each day, and you can choose to remember the happy moments as opposed to the sad ones. Here are just a few small moments that I like to dwell on whenever I find myself getting in a funk or a bad mood.
How to achieve Happiness in 6 Simple Steps!
Pursuit of Happiness is a process and may not be as easy as ABCs, but it can to as simple as just following 6 simple steps.
Step One
Firstly, determine your priority in life. If you want to be happy, happiness should be the ultimate goal in your life. Always bear in mind that you truly want to be happy. Also, figure out what is important to you in life. It may be your family, friends, careers or even achieving your childhood dream.
Step Two
Think about stuffs that make you happy. Focus on things that make you feel good and think back to figure out what made you feel happy? Remember the place and time and also the exact good feelings.
Step Three
Be optimistic. Focus on what is positive about your life and everything around you. Stop worrying and do not think about things that went wrong and ask why they happened. Instead, remind yourself it was a good learning lesson and moved forward.
Step Four
Allocate a time slot to do things that you enjoy. Spend time with what is important in your life. Enjoying your favorite activities let your mind and heart have the time to relax and recover. Make your time worthwhile and you will be happier.
Step Five
Smile to yourself every now and then. Smile to the people around you. Smiling helps to lighten one's mood and also when you are smiling, it is almost impossible to feel upset or angry. A simple smile can bring you closer to your happiness.
Step Six
Life is not as bad as it seems. Do not take things for granted. Learn to appreciate things that are working out well in your life. Thanks your family, your friends and even yourself for putting in effort in living a happy life.
Nature: The Gateway To Heaven
Being in nature is such a soothing, invigorating experience. It takes me to another place. It feels as if I am getting a glimpse of heaven, if only for the moment. It puts me in such a meditative state that if I had a problem when I came to this sacred space, it dissolves instantly. The calming, relaxing breeze, the beautiful melody of the birds singing in harmony, the trees hypnotically swaying in the wind, and the scenery is breathtaking. If there's anything you can do in this life, it definitely should be to experience the therapeutic , healing effect of nature. You'll be glad you did!
What Makes You Happy? || Submitted By Monay
