My friend JoAnna Brandi who is a Happiness Guru says that Happy is not a state of mind but a process. The idea that we can work toward the goal of being happy and that it is a skill that can be learned is her Life Work. Please check out her blog Positivity Practices because can’t we all learn a bit more about being happy?
What does that really mean in the big picture? That happy is a process and a skill and not a state of mind? It means that we have MORE potential to be happy than we think we do. It also means that we can work towards cutting out some of the negative habits that exist in our lives and are obstacles to being more happy and more fulfilled. I also believe that Happiness Begets Happiness so in striving to inject more positivity in our lives, we actually attract more positivity.
There is no cosmetic for beauty like happiness. ~Lady Blessington
In the same way that we strive for professional and family achievements, we should strive for Happiness Achievements. Our own well-being means that we can take better care of the wellness of those around us. And, damn it, we DESERVE TO BE HAPPY. Note – this is a huge obstacle that many people cannot overcome and I do speak from experience.
Take World Happiness Day to assess your Happiness and don’t forget to go see Happy – The Movie this weekend! I made a fun and kind of silly list about what makes me happy but where I really do the work is in my gratitude journal. I meditate and list the things that I am a grateful for almost every day. Keeping my eye on the ball of Gratitude gives me a sense of well-being even when I feel negative or fatigued; therefore, for me – Gratitude Begets Happiness as well. And although I may consider the items on the list a little silly – there are underlying reasons for all of them. I say that Repechage Biolight Mask makes me happy but that is all tied into being 42 and confidence, etc… – you get the idea. So be SILLY! And make a list!
Think about it. What Makes You Happy? Happy always, happy right now, what is it? Then go make your own list on your blog or Skinny Scoop and share it with me! Happiness is contagious so let’s SHARE!
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