Why So Many Smart People Aren’t Happy
It’s a paradox: Shouldn’t the most accomplished be well equipped to make choices that maximize life satisfaction? JOE PINSKER The Atlantic There are three things, once one’s basic needs are satisfied, …
Quote of the Day – Sense of humor
A sense of humor is needed armor… Joy in ones heart and some laughter on ones lips is a sign that the person down deep has a pretty good grasp …
Daily Challenge – Have a sense of humor
Maybe you’re a person that already can find the funny in life. If you are, good, keep doing it. If not, stop taking everything so seriously and lighten up. It …
Quote of the Day – Celebrate Life
“The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate.” ~ Oprah Winfrey
Daily Challenge – Find a reason to be happy today
Finding reasons to be happy now can benefit your future. Dr. Dacher Keltner of the University of California claims she can predict a person’s future by judging the strength of …
Quote of the Day – Think of others
The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others. – Mahatma Gandhi
Daily Challenge – Expand your thinking beyond yourself
Thinking of others is not only good for everyone around you, it’s also good for your psyche. Don’t make yourself the center of the universe and then it won’t be …
Think of Yourself Less
“Humility is not thinking less of yourself, but thinking of yourself less.” Thoughtful words from C.S. Lewis, but do they equate to real life happiness? Our self-esteem is a bit …
Quote of the Day – Let stand
“Muddy water, let stand, becomes clear.”― Lao Tzu
Daily Challenge – Visualize the release of stress
Visualize your stress is locked up in a helium tank. Fill up balloons with your stress and label them (i.e. job, relationship, a person’s name, etc.) Then one by one …