Let’s be happy already!
Assalamualaikum and hi everyone :) :).
It may seem pretty straightforward: either you’re happy or you’re not,
and there’s nothing you can do to actually nudge yourself into this
lovely state of mind. Well, as it turns out, you CAN learn to be happy!
All you need is a bit of perseverance and the willingness to adopt some
new positive habits.
- Living at your leisure, filling your life with as many pleasant emotions as it can accommodate.
- Leading a life of care and commitment, finding happiness in work, parenting, love and well-deserved relaxation.
- Striving to fill your life with meaning by finding out your
strengths and using them to start living for something bigger than
yourself.
21 habits that most happy people tend to share
1. They surround themselves with other happy people
2. They smile a lot
Even if you don’t feel particularly cheerful, try to think of something
nice and don’t forget to smile at that thought. This really should help.
It is important, however, that you don’t merely pretend
to be cheerful — smiling while thinking unhappy thoughts will only make
things worse.
3. They develop their ability to recover
Happy people know how to bounce back from a shock. In a sense, this
is a natural weapon against all the inevitable bad stuff we all have
to deal with throughout our lives. As the old Japanese saying goes:
’Fall seven times, stand up eight.’
4. They actually try to be happy
5. They pay attention to little victories
6. They appreciate life’s simple pleasures
7. They dedicate part of their time to giving
No matter how busy their daily schedule is, positively minded
people make sure to allot some of their time to committing good deeds.
And, interestingly enough, those good deeds have a tendency
to eventually ’return to sender’!
8. They allow themselves to lose track of time
Whenever we are immersed in something very complex, inspiring, and meaningful, we experience a unique state known as the ’Flow.’
9. They prefer meaningful conversations to shallow chit-chat
There’s nothing wrong with exchanging a few lightweight phrases with
your pals, but only a deep, substantial conversation can help you make
sense of your life. To put it simply, a proper conversation is far more
rewarding than mindless ’blah-blah-blah.’
10. They spend money on others
Money can buy you happiness. But only if you spend it not only on yourself but on other people. To give is better than to take.
11. They know how to listen
When you listen, you open yourself up to new knowledge. When you speak, you close your mind shut.
12. They keep in touch
When it comes to communication, sending a text, making a phone
call, or posting something online are the quickest and simplest options.
However, none of them can beat crossing half the country by plane
to pay a long-awaited visit to your best friend!
13. They see the good in everything
Optimism is beneficial for your health: less stress means fewer heart
problems and a higher tolerance to pain. By choosing to deliberately see
the good in everything that happens, you undoubtedly choose health and
happiness!
14. They appreciate good music
There is power in music, and it is so strong that it can compete
with the power of massage. Choosing the right music is an important
factor — cheerful or moody songs can affect our perception of the world.
15. They know when to log off
Amazing technologies, constant news updates, the sheer abundance
of information — none of this will be lost to you forever just because
you choose to temporarily abandon your computer, tablet, or smartphone!
Digital detox gives your brain the opportunity to recharge and relax.
16. They engage in spiritual practices
The expression of gratitude, sympathy, and compassion forms
an important part of almost any religion. Thinking about ’big questions’
gives our lives context and meaning
17. They exercise regularly
Physical exertion causes our body to produce endorphin —
a chemical that makes us feel happy. By setting off special chemical
reactions in our brain, exercises help to alleviate the symptoms of many
psychological conditions, including depression, anxiety, and
melancholy.
18. They go for walks
Nature is fuel for the soul. Even a 20-minute stroll in the fresh air can do a lot of good for your health.
19. They lounge in bed
Getting up on the wrong side of the bed is not just
an expression. Awaking during the right sleep period is crucial for
ensuring your well-being throughout the day
20. They laugh a lot
You’ve heard it a hundred times: laughter is the best medicine.
Laughing triggers the production of the hormones in the brain that
make us feel happier and reduce sensitivity to pain and stress.
(dasi) 
