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- Make time for your happiness - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2009 from Doug HartThe other day I was watching a program that tried to figure out what most people thought was the level of financial income needed for a person to feel rich. Now if you think about it, “rich” is a pretty vague term so to some people it was in the neighborhood of a million dollars (net worth, I ...
Views: 1166 - What's Your Happiness Set Point? - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2009 from Doug HartAre you one those people that are almost always happy, no matter what is happening in your life? Well me neither, but I’ve known a few people like that in my life and it never ceases to amaze me at their natural ability to maintain a smile every day. A friend of mine is like that, and I have to ...
Views: 2875 - The opportunities lost from inaction are often riskier than action - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2009 from Samy Simpson"I just can't do it!" His face was red, he was tearing up and his ego was bruised in that moment. The battle line was now clearly drawn between our 6-year old and his parents. It all started innocently enough. My wife Nora had attended a nutrition class at our middle son's preschool in the past ...
Views: 1422 - THE “WORST BAD HABIT” YOU CAN GET CAUGHT UP IN - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2009 from William CottringerTHE “WORST BAD HABIT” YOU CAN GET CAUGHT UP IN By Bill Cottringer “The obscure takes a while to see and the obvious—even longer.” ~Anonymous. What is the worst bad habit you can get caught up in? One that is hard to see because it is so much of who we are on this human journey. As it ...
Views: 994 - Happiness: What it Isn't - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2014 from Ariel and Shya KaneHappiness is a very popular theme these days and we guess it always has been. From the time we were children, we have been taught that it is better to be happy. Everyone knows it is better to be happy or joyous than sad or angry or upset or unsure of what to do with one's life. So people try, ...
Views: 2050(7 votes) - Could Blame Be Holding You Back an Limiting Your Happiness? - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2009 from Margie WarrellThere is no good excuse for blaming someone else's behavior. Like it (or not), you are always at choice in what you do, what you say and who you are. No matter what nasty rotten hurtful thing someone does to you, it doesn't have to determine who you are. You and ONLY YOU get to determine that. ...
Views: 1177 - A Tale of Two Tea Minds - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIn China and Japan there is more to tea than leaf and water. China’s Taoism and Japan’s Zen Buddhism infuse a meditative sensibility that quiets the mind and soothes the soul. I vividly remember the moment I was introduced to the Eastern idea of “tea mind.” It was during a visit to the ...
Views: 950 - How to Be Happy Despite the Economy or Personal Debt - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2009 from Susan HindsWhen you choose happiness you have more energy and you feel better about yourself and the people that you spend time with and life just flows. You may think that you do not have anything to be happy about but this is not true. Happiness is a moment by moment choice and when you make it you ...
Views: 4152 - Some Thoughts on Thoughts: Don’t Worry, Be Happy. - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2009 from Chuck JenningsEckhart Tolle, in his book A New Earth, points the way to a renewal of spiritual consciousness. At the core of this renewal is a refocusing away from our self-absorbed ego toward our true selves in the Now, our Source Being. Tolle contends that our ego uses thoughts to feed itself, and it ...
Views: 1125 - The Cause of Unhappiness - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com ArticlesIs something disturbing, bothering, irritating, or annoying you? If so, what is troubling you? Is it a boss that is too demanding, a coworker that is too careless, or your children that are too noisy? Does the lack of civility, the increase in crime, or the apathy of young people upset you? ...
Views: 1129 - How to Simplify Your Life and Be Happier - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com ArticlesI’ve often found that people make their lives more complicated than they really are. To be sure, life is not easy in today’s nonstop-action world. However, it doesn’t have to be that complicated. We often put imaginary obstacles in our way. Decisions that can be made quickly are made more ...
Views: 1416(2 votes) - Joy Replacement Therapy: Your Prescription for a Joy-Filled Life! - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com ArticlesFrom your soul to your senses, joy is accepted, rejected, noticed, ignored, savored, severed, shared, withheld, increased, denied, or multiplied. You choose when and how to have joy in life. Your choice is influenced by the beliefs that are deep in your soul, planted in childhood and affirmed ...
Views: 1299(1 vote) - Boosting Your Success with Five Easy Happiness Tips - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com ArticlesWhat would it mean to you to achieve greater success? Studies on happiness and success reported by the Psychological Bulletin of the American Psychological Association state that “happiness contributes towards reinforcing positive emotions, which also motivates people to undertake new goals and ...
Views: 911 - Yes, Virginia, There Is a Secret to Happiness - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com ArticlesIs there a secret to happiness? You probably are expecting me to say that no, there is no secret. While it is true that there are many factors that affect our happiness, I believe that there is one secret that determines whether those factors will work for you, and that is the secret to ...
Views: 709 - Choose to Enjoy Life - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com ArticlesOne of the quickest ways to improve your life is to decide that you are going to enjoy it. Enjoyment requires no complicated tools, no special training, and no expensive resources. In fact, enjoyment requires nothing more than your choice to allow it. The rewards of that choice can be enormous. ...
Views: 1075 - Create Happiness by Changing Your Mind - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from Debbie RussoMany of us wish to be happier. We look to things outside of ourselves to create happiness and we don’t realize that many of the thoughts and focuses we have either build or destroy positive feelings and emotions. A big destroyer of happiness is a way of thinking known as “shoulding”. “Shoulding” ...
Views: 1252 - Increase Happiness by Changing Thoughts - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from Debbie RussoMany of us wish to be happier. We look to things outside of ourselves to create happiness and we don’t realize that many of the thoughts and focuses we have either build or destroy positive feelings and emotions. A big destroyer of happiness is a way of thinking known as “shoulding”. “Shoulding” ...
Views: 1173 - Self Help Tips for Improving Your Mood - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from Ismini ApostoliDecide once and for all that your mood, your sense of balance and wellbeing are your responsibility. Decide that you are precious to yourself and that you are in charge of treating yourself well. BE YOUR OWN BEST FRIEND. Decide that you love and honor yourself and repeat this as often as you ...
Views: 1691(3 votes) - Money Can't Buy Happiness...Or Can It? - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from Stacy FrancisYou've heard it ad infinitum, "Money can't buy happiness." Now there's scientific data to give the old saw new teeth. University of Southern California economist Richard Easterlin surveyed 1,500 people over nearly three decades to see what gets high marks on their “Happy-o-meter.” His results ...
Views: 1001 - Get a New Vision for Your Life - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Denise MistichEveryone is focusing on the "State of the Union" or "State of the World," I should say. The economic crises in the US has captured all eyes and the whole world watches President Barack Obama, looking steadily for positive change. In my last article, I advised you to change your focus and look ...
Views: 1585 - Moving from I Hate My Life to I Love My Life - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Sandy FowlerWhat are you focused on? What are you changing? Have you defined it yet, or are you in the wandering phase? You know the one we’re talking about. You wander around saying, “I’m just not happy.” “I don’t like the way this is going.” “If only it were better.” “If I didn’t have to work for ...
Views: 1523 - The Key Question - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Rena GreenbergAt a recent weight loss seminar, as we were discussing the subconscious obstacles to success, a hand shot up. We were talking about habits, pleasurable associations with the wrong food, fear of success and fear of failure. The question came from the back of the room, “How do I learn to love ...
Views: 1358 - How to Break Bad Habits - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Maggie CurrieWhat are your bad habits? Smoking? Talking too much? Drinking? Untidiness? We’ve all got them. Within this article are 5 simple reasons for breaking a bad habit. Whether it’s a perpetual pile of clothes in the corner you’re waiting to someday turn into gold, a self-proclaimed disability which ...
Views: 1359 - The Truth About Happiness - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Matthew CostelloFar too often I hear people say, “I’ll be happy when I get a new job or when I meet the person of my dreams,” the list goes on and on; however, there is one important element missing from these statements and expectations. Happiness is not a product or a person; it can’t be bought and sold, or ...
Views: 739 - Finding Happiness - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Susan GreenI had always been one of those negative people, constantly at war with themselves, while searching for happiness in all the wrong places, looking for self validation from others and allowing their perception of who I was define me. I saw my trials and tribulations as punishments, which made me a ...
Views: 1371 - 5 Ways to Practice Happiness - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Joshua BauscherPractice makes perfect, right? What if we could practice feeling the emotions we desire to feel? Well, keep reading, and I will walk you through 5 simple, mood-conquering practices that will turn your frown upside down. 1. Practice smiling When you’re happy this is easy enough to do ...
Views: 2119 - The Greatest Gift - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Darin DanaherLife was good, or so I thought. I truly believed I had everything a man could want to be happy and yet, I could not figure out why I was so miserable! My childhood was about as "normal" as they come. I was the youngest of six children in a semi-dysfunctional Irish-Catholic family from a ...
Views: 1092 - How to Be Happy in Unhappy Times - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Andrew LawrenceWhen everything is chaotic and uncertain and anxiety is running rampant here’s 6 quick and easy things you can do to help you get through it … Take a break Stop. Take a break. Now. At a minimum take 1-2 minutes, and do "nothing". Look out the window, daydream, think of something luxurious, ...
Views: 1068 - Discover Happiness As You Become Famous By Morning - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2009 from Mark LewisWhy are some people famous and others unknown? Why are some people poor and others rich? Why are some people happy with what seems like little and others miserable when they seem to have so much? Before you head off on your quest for fame and publicity, have you really sat down and thought ...
Views: 793 - The 'KI' to True Happiness. - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2009 from Chiara TinoDoes anybody really know what happiness is and what’s more, how to access it? We often feel it’s intoxicating effects while... • Holding a newborn baby. • Feeling the warm air on a hot summer’s night. • Being in the midst of a loving embrace with another human being. • Smelling the sweet aroma ...
Views: 911 - A Surefire Way to Cure Unhappiness - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2013 from Robert SpadingerLearn to dismiss your negative and destructive thoughts and you will be much happier. And not only will you be happier, you will also be more successful, more admired, more respected, you will attract more wealth, better health… Wow, this sounds almost too good to be true, but how can this ...
Views: 868 - Boundaries as Expression of Love - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2009 from Louisa DyerWe’ve all heard that you can’t really love another until you love yourself – and that you can’t truly love yourself until you love others. Rather than being contradictory, both reflect the truth in the spiritual adage, “As within, so without.” Love opens us to something greater than ego. Ego ...
Views: 1280 - How to Love and Be Loving to Yourself - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2009 from Trudy-Ann EwanAs we begin the New Year, we are faced with a spirit of rejuvenation. Another opportunity to create the life we desire. But how do you go about creating the life you desire? You may resolve to go to the gym more, or attend religious services more often. You may even decide to change jobs and ...
Views: 1237 - Does Happiness Bring You Financial Success? - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2009 from Ray WilliamsDoes happiness bring you financial success? Well, actually, the evidence suggests it does. There is a growing body of research now that supports the connections among happiness, effectiveness, productivity and success. Sonja Lyubamirsky, a University of California author of The How of ...
Views: 1562(2 votes) - Joys of Giving - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2009 from prasad bachaliSometimes giving gives more pleasure than taking. Right from the time we take birth on this beautiful earth we take a lot of things in the form of love, warmth, care and umpteen number of things from our mother, father, grand parents, relatives etc. But down the line, a time will come when we ...
Views: 792 - Online Social Networks Can Make You a Happier Healthier Person - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2009 from Gabriela EhrlichHappiness is an important component of health. Recent studies found that happiness spreads through social networks, including online networks. Networking with positive, passionate people therefore can have a particularly beneficial effect on your happiness and ultimately health. The World ...
Views: 708 - Hone Your Happiness Vibes - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2009 from Mercedes Oestermann van EssenHappiness is high up on everyone's wish list, because when you are happy things go your way. Yet happiness is a rare commodity and the much lauded ideal of "the art of happiness in all circumstances" an even rarer reality which eludes most of us.So, the theory sounds great, but just how do you ...
Views: 1367 - Finding Happiness - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2009 from Susan GreenI had always been one of those negative people, constantly at war with themselves, while searching for happiness in all the wrong places, looking for self validation from others and allowing their perception of who I was define me. I saw my trials and tribulations as punishments, which made me a ...
Views: 1158 - Do You Really Have a Happiness Set Point? - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2009 from Doug HartAre you one those people that are almost always happy, no matter what is happening in your life? Well me neither, but I’ve known a few people like that in my life and it never ceases to amaze me at their natural ability to maintain a smile every day. A friend of mine is like that, and I ...
Views: 1038 - New Year's Resolutions Gone Astray - 7 Questions to Help You Get Back on Track - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2009 from Veronica Hay2009 is already moving so fast. Here we are already in February and getting close to Valentine's day. This is about the time when some of us get discouraged and just want to give up on our goals and dreams. However, this is the perfect time to pick up those dreams, dust them off, and really ...
Views: 1287 - Thoughts on Health, Wealth, and Happiness - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2009 from Edward DodgeI returned a few days ago from a trip to Ethiopia that was especially meaningful for me. I had fond memories of Ethiopia because of living and working there forty years ago. When I was invited to go with a team of faculty and students from Taylor University to Project Mercy in Yetebon, Ethiopia ...
Views: 2319 - Why Attaining Happiness is so Elusive, Part 1 - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2009 from Frank BonkowskiAs a Third Ager, I have always believed that we all can be happy after midlife with the right mind set and knowledge. However, after reading The Happiness Hypothesis: Finding Modern Truth in Ancient Wisdom by Jonathan Haidt, being happy and having a meaningful life for everyone is a little more ...
Views: 1052 - Practicing Happiness - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from J. Sue GagliardiSome may think that the pursuit of happiness is a vain and selfish quest. However, when one is happy, one tends to be more loving, compassionate and giving than when unhappy. So, the attainment of happiness is a goal that can help everyone. Many people think of Buddhism as a religion, but ...
Views: 1976 - How To Be Happy In Life - The 9 Paths To Happiness - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2009 from Jonathan HuieSometimes it appears that life throws more obstacles in our path than we can handle. However, even in the face of the most challenging circumstances, you can make the choice to be happy by following these 9 paths to happiness. 1. Honor Yourself: Remember what the flight attendant says, "Put ...
Views: 1910(2 votes) - Saying "YES!" More: 10 Questions to Ask Yourself - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2011 from Christine-Anne PlatelJim Carrey's movie "Yes Man" is based on the year-long adventures of a bored British Radio Producer and Comedian called Danny Wallace. A chance meeting with a stranger who advised him to "SAY YES MORE" turned Danny's life around. I first heard about Danny and his book "Yes Man" on an NPR ...
Views: 1513 - Your Blissful Life; Your Action - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2009 from Timothy McGintyNow that you have committed to achieving your goals and have determined if you require an accountability partner to reach them, it is time to develop your course of action. Exactly how do you plan to get from your current location to your blissful life? What course must you chart to achieve it? ...
Views: 1162 - A Short Note for Those Feeling Sadness About Anything - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIt is our human inclination to want to feel good. To be happy. That is what we do and should strive toward – happiness. But that does not mean that you won’t experience sadness. If you live life, sadness will happen. The more you live, and the more you love, the greater the ...
Views: 2702 - Unhappiness/Happiness Reality Repair - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2009 from William CottringerUnhappiness/Happiness Reality Repair by Bill Cottringer “There is only one cause of unhappiness: The false beliefs you have in your head, beliefs so widespread, so commonly held, that it never occurs to you to question them.” ~Anthony de Mello. Your reality repair results—decreasing ...
Views: 1175 - How to Be Truly Happy - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Marie BarrettYou have everything you need to be happy already. Just decide to be happy, that is, be happy, and then everything you need to be happy will flow to you. That's how creative living works. To have and live what you want, BE what you want, and what you want will come to you, pressed down and ...
Views: 3422 - A Path of Heart - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2009 from Sheri RosenthalMany of you have heard the Toltec path being called a path of heart. I suppose most folks believe that means that the path is one of love or one that will make us happy. Those assertions would not be wrong, but the path of heart means so much more than that. Truly it is a path where the heart ...
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