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How to be Happy...

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The secret to happiness is doing one (or more) of the following...

* Cheering someone up

* Feeling grateful

* Living in the moment

* Listening to music

* Taking some well needed rest

* Living in good health

At least, that's according to what Kathleen Chester from Happier.com has to say in her 'how to find happiness' article.

And you know what, I think she might be onto something!

You'll also find some tips for happiness from Gale.

And I share part of my own 'finding happiness' thoughts, too.

So all you have to do is buckle up, and enjoy the ride...

Oh, if you'd like to share your thoughts on happiness then please do. Contact us here!




How to be happy - what I say...

Here are some questions about happiness I've had in my life, and I'm sure you have too:

  • What is happiness?
  • Can money buy happiness?
  • And, a little more obscurely, what is the art of happiness?

Interestingly, I now believe that knowing how to be happy has nothing to do with knowing what the answers to these questions are.

To me, there are no happiness tests. Authentic happiness just is. You can see it in a happy person's smile. You can hear it in their voice. You can sense how their happiness touches every aspect of their life.

Bad things happen to this person. Good things happen, too. And, throughout, they are happy.

So, how to be happy? Well, as Kathleen Chester says, happiness is an attitude - so adopt the attitude.

So my secret to happiness boils down to 2 simple steps:

  1. Recognise that you are not happy, in the first place. So don't settle, for example, simply because everyone else is settling! Choose to live your life with your own ingredients - ones that make sense to you!

  2. Then choose to be happy, instead. And you'll find lots of 'how to be happy' advice below as to how to do just that.

So am I happy, then? Well, I'm getting there. I'm getting to the place where I choose to be happy; a place where I believe I deserve happiness.

And, thankfully, there's room inside this 'happy place' for all of us... :-)




How to be happy - what Gale from HappyHalfway.com has to say

Everyone wants to know how to be happy, right? So how come happiness is so elusive to so many people? It really all boils down to one thing. Yes, really, just one thing: You have to consciously decide to make being happy your number one priority.

In every moment in your life you have the choice to make it a happy one or not. Most people spend more time picking out an outfit or making dinner than they do on their own happiness. When you get your priorities right your whole life will change and you will automatically make different choices. You will:

  • Choose to be with happy positive people instead of those who bring you down
  • Choose uplifting TV shows instead of CNN disasters or mind numbing reality programs
  • Choose appreciation instead of complaining
  • Choose letting go instead of always having to be right or in control
  • Choose fun and adventure instead of the same old routine
  • Choose your happiness over EVERYTHING

You have the opportunity to be happy in every moment - make the decision to be happy right now and watch what happens!

To learn more about how to be happy and making happiness your number one priority, visit 25 Ways to be Happy. Thank you.




Top 6 Secrets of How to be Happy

How to be happy - Kathleen Chester has to say...

Happiness is an attitude. It is the glow that brings cheer to your face. Unfortunately, it is not store bought. Happiness actually begins from the inside and encompasses everything you do.

Being happy has many fringe benefits, apart from the obvious. If you are happy, you have greater chances of attracting more happiness, achieving your goals and becoming more successful.

So, what makes people happy? That is a question worth considering. You see, different people feel happiness in different circumstances. Some people need small things to feel happy while others may feel like they need a million dollars in their savings account before they can begin to find a reason to smile.

Having said that, there are certain tried and tested secrets that can light the magic of happiness in your heart.

1. Cheer someone else: Nothing can bring you more happiness than extending a helping hand. When compassion enters the mind, selfish interests fly out. Treat others with respect and in a generous manner. When you give something to a person who needs it, your own sense of happiness increases ten fold. Don't ask me why. Just try it.

2. Feel grateful: This is one of the best ways to be happy. Most of us are in the habit of looking up – we look at people who are richer than us, more attractive, more successful and so on. For a change, try looking down – at those who are less fortunate. This may seem sadistic, but when you look at those who are less fortunate, you suddenly realize how lucky you are. A good dose of healthy gratitude at the beginning of every day can leave you feeling happy throughout the day.

3. Live the moment: Most of us are so frustrated about the changes we did not make in the past and so anxious about what the future will bring that we forget about the present. Focus on what is happening to you right now – your dinner, this article or a conversation you are having.

4. Listen to music: We all live stress-filled lives packed with too many activities, all vying to take center stage. Is it any wonder that we are coiled tight like springs? A little bit of the right kind of music is all you need to de-stress and feel lighthearted once again. According to many scientific studies, music affects a part of the brain that can lower heart rates, induce feelings of peace and produce happiness.

5. Take some well needed rest: We are slowly becoming a planet of sleep deprived people. Lack of rest can make you itchy and cranky. Make it a point to get a good night's rest. It can do wonders to your happiness quotient.

6. Live in good health: Say goodbye to fat-soaked, carbohydrate-rich food. Start eating healthy. Do some exercise. Meditate. Take care of your body and mind. When you take care of yourself, you will be suffused with a sense of well being and happiness.

These are just some of the ways in which you can invite happiness into your life. There may be many factors in your life that is beyond your control. Even so, there are still a lot of things that you can change. In the end, it is your attitude that matters. It is in your hands to decide whether you want to be happy or not

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Meaning of Happiness - At Happier.com, our mission is to make people happy. We provide you with tips from experts which will help you to find happiness in life. Visit us now for more information.

Article Source: Top 6 Secrets of How to be Happy




How to be happy - what these recommended resources say...

I'm happy to include these recommended 'how to find happiness' resources below should you feel the need for more. You'll find more tips for happiness, articles, and even a happiness technique. But first I'd like to share with you a great resource on meditation...

  • Secrets of Meditation
    Do you know how to meditate? Do you know the benefits of a 'quiet mind', of taking time to simply be. Meditating is a great way to allow happiness into your life, I believe, and that's why I've included a link to Matt Clarkson's Secrets of Meditation website. Lots of free information awaits you...

  • How to be happy - click here for more!The Happiness Now technique is a technique that helps you uncover your true happiness and freedom - in the most natural and simple way possible! Let go of fears. Enjoy higher self-esteem. Embrace fantastic relationships. Uncover the real you. And much, much more - all when you ask yourself a few simple questions, using the simple Happiness Now technique.

    This is a powerful course that can change your life.
    How to be happy? - Click here for more!

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