Thursday, June 21, 2007
How to and What to Do to Be Happy
Being happy is the number one priority of all humans. Come to think of it; being happy is the main priority of all living things. Being happy and being content are closely related. Being content is to be reasonably satisfied with the way things are. This in turn leads to happiness. The desire to be happy is what drives people to do the things we do. So how do you know if you’re happy?
First things first; you will know you are happy when you feel it. You will feel contented; a calm satisfaction that your characteristics and circumstances are as they should be. What can you do to seek this contentment, this happiness?
Start with knowing your strengths and abilities. What are your positive traits? What special talents do you have? List three - if you get stuck, ask those closest to you to help identify these. Are you imaginative, witty, and good with your hands? Find ways to express your authentic self through your strengths. You can increase your self-confidence when you can share what you know to others. You may well be surprised that there is more than you realized.
Live from the inside out. Know that your universe, your reality comes from you. You cause your life to be as it is, so you need to increase your awareness of your inner wisdom by regularly reflecting in silence. Some people meditate, some perform rituals, some pray, and some commune with nature. Find what satisfies you, stare at a candle until it is burned out, set an egg timer and listen to the clicks. Learn to see and commune with your inner self as well as your source of power. (That some call god) Breathe deeply to quiet your distracted mind, and listen. With a bit of practice you will find it easy and comforting. If you ever skip your “quiet time” you will miss it and desire to connect as soon as possible.
The talent for being happy is appreciating and liking what you have, instead of what you don't have. If you do not like what you have; change it.
Realize that you are connected to everyone and everything else. You are a part of the whole; a piece of the puzzle of life, the universe, and everything. When you live authentically, you may find that you develop an interconnected sense of being. When you are true to who you are, living your purpose and giving of your talents to the world around you, you give back in service what you came to share with others -your spirit - your essence. The rewards for sharing your gift with those close to you; is indeed rewarding, much more if it were to be the eyes of a stranger who can appreciate what you have done for them. Serve others as you see fit, but you must know that sharing is voluntary, an act of kindness, do not allow yourself to become “taken advantage of.”
Making your self happy is indeed one type of work that is worth it. You and only you can know what your satisfaction level is. Be honest with yourself and take the steps required to ensure your own fulfillment. The difference lies within ourselves and how much we want to change for the better.
So go forth already, and be happy!
Be Blessed
Learn How to Be Happy
First things first; you will know you are happy when you feel it. You will feel contented; a calm satisfaction that your characteristics and circumstances are as they should be. What can you do to seek this contentment, this happiness?
Start with knowing your strengths and abilities. What are your positive traits? What special talents do you have? List three - if you get stuck, ask those closest to you to help identify these. Are you imaginative, witty, and good with your hands? Find ways to express your authentic self through your strengths. You can increase your self-confidence when you can share what you know to others. You may well be surprised that there is more than you realized.
Live from the inside out. Know that your universe, your reality comes from you. You cause your life to be as it is, so you need to increase your awareness of your inner wisdom by regularly reflecting in silence. Some people meditate, some perform rituals, some pray, and some commune with nature. Find what satisfies you, stare at a candle until it is burned out, set an egg timer and listen to the clicks. Learn to see and commune with your inner self as well as your source of power. (That some call god) Breathe deeply to quiet your distracted mind, and listen. With a bit of practice you will find it easy and comforting. If you ever skip your “quiet time” you will miss it and desire to connect as soon as possible.
The talent for being happy is appreciating and liking what you have, instead of what you don't have. If you do not like what you have; change it.
Realize that you are connected to everyone and everything else. You are a part of the whole; a piece of the puzzle of life, the universe, and everything. When you live authentically, you may find that you develop an interconnected sense of being. When you are true to who you are, living your purpose and giving of your talents to the world around you, you give back in service what you came to share with others -your spirit - your essence. The rewards for sharing your gift with those close to you; is indeed rewarding, much more if it were to be the eyes of a stranger who can appreciate what you have done for them. Serve others as you see fit, but you must know that sharing is voluntary, an act of kindness, do not allow yourself to become “taken advantage of.”
Making your self happy is indeed one type of work that is worth it. You and only you can know what your satisfaction level is. Be honest with yourself and take the steps required to ensure your own fulfillment. The difference lies within ourselves and how much we want to change for the better.
So go forth already, and be happy!
Be Blessed
Learn How to Be Happy
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