Renew You!

Published Monday, September 01, 2008 2:14 PM

 

Come On, Get Happy!
Five Things You Can Do to Be Happy

The Bradys seemed pretty happy, what with all the bright clothes and fun times. But not everyone can have a perfect family and a funny maid. So what do real-life people do to be – and stay – happy? According to O Magazine, they do these things (with some of our own thrown in):

 

1. Let yourself be happy.

For whatever reason, and whether we realize it or not, some of us believe it’s wrong to be happy and even feel guilty when we are. Break free of that! It’s okay—and encouraged, actually—to be happy. What’s life without happiness?

 

2. Take control of your happiness.

Think seriously about your day-to-day happiness. Does anything make you unhappy? Consider the small things, too—they add up, especially if it’s something that’s part of your daily routine. A long commute or boring lunch, for example. You can get a job closer to home, look into public transportation, try a new sandwich. Your happiness is up to you.

 

3. Be the best you.

Discover and develop your talents. It’s easier said than done, and it’ll probably take time and patience, but finding your true self is like a happiness goldmine. What are you good at? What do you love to do? Following your passion is so important for a fulfilling life.

 

4. Surround yourself with good people.

Make time for the people who make you feel good and make you laugh. Distance yourself from those Debbie Downers—those complainers and negative thinkers. They’ll bring you down with them.

 

5. Make yourself laugh.  

Life is so much more fun with laughter. Don’t be afraid to look silly for a laugh, even if it’s just your own. Make fun for yourself in your alone time or during downtime at work. Little happy moments—brought to you by you—can bring happiness to your day.

 

What do you do to stay happy?

by Mike
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# Marilyn said on Friday, September 05, 2008 10:02 AM

Keep positive things around you at your desk. Pictures of people and places you love, reminders of happy times, bright colors. And keeping the clutter down makes for a less stressful atmospher. Less clutter, more happy.

# Gigi said on Monday, September 15, 2008 3:55 PM

Create a "Comfort Room" in your home to relax, renew & refresh yourself. Decorate it to promote tranquility and incorporate your favorite colors, textures, scents, music, books, paintings, etc. Let this be your santuary. Upon arriving home from work, hide out & unwind for 30 minutes before tackling dinner or bills.

The same concept can be applied to an area of an office or even a cubicle. During the day, and before & after work, take time out to immerse your senses & recharge your emotional batteries.