Archive for March 24th, 2014
Happiness
Happiness was the topic on a recent Dr. Oz show. More specifically, “The Five Signs of Happiness,” aired on March 11, 2014. The boiled down results of a substantial poll revealed these five indicators that create unhappiness. For each there is an action to take that can counter the negative response.
1. Don’t compare yourself to others on social media. I was quite surprised by this one; but surely it is relevant. The positive action, is to refrain from social media for one day a week. Take a day off.
2. Don’t talk negatively about others. Counter action: Do or say something positive for/about another. Find something to compliment.
3. Give gratitude. This simple (and free) action can cut your stress by 30%. Action: Send yourself an email once everyday, stating something you are grateful for; create a file. When you are down in the dumps, open the file and read your gratitudes.
4. Learn to say “No.” Hard to do, but so important to our health and happiness. Action: Take time for yourself at least two times a week.
5. Learn to say “I’m sorry.” Don’t let bitterness take root in your psyche. Action: Review your relationships, and, if appropriate, tell someone you are sorry.
Mark Twain said, “Anger is an acid that can do more harm to the vessel in which it is stored than to anything on which it is poured.”
Happiness is an attitude, a state of mind, a choice. Be happy!