Mind Over Mayhem
| January 23, 2011 | Posted by Jodi Lee under Becoming Happier |
When the world and your to-do list threaten to overwhelm you, take control with these do anywhere tricks. Engage both halves of your brain (improves performance) - cross your arms over your body giving yourself a hug - this confuses your brain, which is actually a good thing because it forces it to wake up… more
Thoughtful deliberate acts of kindness
| January 10, 2011 | Becoming Happier |
There has been much attention given to the concept of random acts of kindness. In fact there are challenges and websites galore on this topic. And the health benefits associated with kindness are well documented. I, however, believe that there is something altogether different to be gained from a thoughtful deliberate act of… more
Quit Yer Complainin’
| December 30, 2010 | Becoming Happier |
How you think and what you do. This is where to focus your happiness energies. Working in this area will move your baseline of happiness up that sliding scale and accounts for 40% of your overall happiness levels. But where to start? This week, change only this one thing. Quit yer complaining! This… more
Let go of the 10%
| December 23, 2010 | Becoming Happier |
Make a list of what you think would make you happy. Does your list look anything like this? A new relationship More flexibility at work A new job with more money An extra bedroom A more attentive spouse A baby Looking younger Relief… more
Can you recognize what makes you happy?
| November 5, 2010 | Becoming Happier |
When asked if they would like to be more happy than they are, the majority of people shout out a resounding yes. Well, of course, who wouldn’t want to be happier… But wait. You can only be happier if you know how happy or unhappy you are right now. Most of us are oblivious to… more
Take A Happy Day
| November 4, 2010 | Becoming Happier |
Take A Day… That’s right, take a break, have a little fun. A whole day’s worth. WHAT? You cry~ I can’t, no time, lists, overwhelmed, work, responsibility, blah, blah blah… If you find it difficult to consider even one day a week to leisure or play, consider the practice of Saturday penny. There are 52… more
Why you don’t want to be happy
| October 20, 2010 | Becoming Happier |
What is keeping you from joy? Why do you want more happiness and more importantly, why haven’t you gone and gotten it? First, let’s understand the idea of being happy. You don’t want to be happy. Huh? That’s right. If you are happy, you have arrived at the destination and the ride is… more
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