WARNING: these simple insights will not guarantee happiness—nothing can. These are just suggestions which may help you enter a lifestyle of happiness that is perpetually everlasting.
- Look at life in the light of God’s love.—when we truly stop to see God has made for us to enjoy, we find His love at every turn.
- Laugh more…especially at yourself. – a good dose of laughter improve blood circulation, stimulate digestion, lower blood pressure and prompt the brain to release endorphins.
- Smile at strangers. – add the “smile factor” to your daily routine and you’ll surely find your world less intimidating, your interactions with others more satisfying, and your personal happiness growing.
- Thank someone.—as we grow old, our need for others becomes more acute. Our gratitude should grow in like measure.
- Choose to see the best in others. – how you choose to see others, to a very great extent, becomes your opinion of your own self-worth.
- Recognize that happiness is a choice. – to embrace happiness, you must first let go of misery. No one can steal your happiness, it is yours to do with as you please.
- Do something nice for someone and do it first. – those who give to others set into motion a cycle of blessing that often includes feelings of joy, satisfaction, fulfillment, and a deep, abiding sense of purpose. Giving is a genuine expression of love, indeed, it is love’s finest hour.
- Avoid gossip. – the positive things you say can also establish your reputation as a person of integrity, winning the trust, admiration, and respect of others.
- Break into a song. – deep at the core of every human being, God has placed the joy of song. Even if you can’t carry a tune, releasing that urge to burst forth in song can leave you feeling renewed and invigorated.
- Choose a career based on personal satisfaction rather than earning potential. -- * no need to elaborate.:))
- Reward myself for worthy goals or deeds. – rewards motivate us to keep doing what we know to be good, they help us overcome the inertia of laziness and apathy. For this reason, we can use personal rewards as a way to increase our capacity for doing the right things.
- Give and receive more hugs. – hugs are expression of love without words. Don’t forget to take you” hug of happiness” today!
- Be quick to ask forgiveness. – when we ask for forgiveness from God and those we have hurt and offended, we turn the tables on guilt and shame. A rush of joy, peace and even elation soon follows.
- Pause before responding to an angry or critical remark. – when we respond too quickly, the tendency is to overreact and fan the flames of conflict. A timely pause not only gives you a chance to speak calmly, rationally, and thoughtfully, but it also provides an opportunity for the other person to reconsider his/her own words.
- Try a new flavor of ice cream. – Life’s simple pleasures are often life’s greatest pleasures. A new flavor of ice cream, a walk in the rain or taking time to watch sunset unfolds can be a delight to the senses and bring about a greater sense of well being.
- Let others know when you think good thoughts about them. – there is no better day than today for you to express the good thoughts you have for others.
- Give up the idea of changing others. – consider how hard it is to change yourself and you’ll understand what little chance you have of trying to change others.
- Appreciate what you have. – many people spend their lives searching for happiness but in the end, some are fortunate to realize that it isn’t about having more or being more. It is about how we view what is already ours.
- Say “I love you”. – don’t wait to express your love for others. No matter how you package it, this gift is certain to bring happiness to your life and to the lives of others.
- Reflect on God’s awesome universe. – The more we study the intricacies and delve into the mysteries of life, the more we are compelled to acknowledge that the “secret of life” and the “meaning of existence” cannot be reduced into an equation. They are cradled in the loving hands of God.
*based on the “If I really wanted to be happy, I would…”
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