FIND YOUR HAPPINESS

 FIND YOUR HAPPINESS

According to a recent Harris study, only a 33percent of the total Americans identify themselves as "extremely happy."

So does this imply that not all enjoyment is created equal? Assuming there are distinct levels of joy, how can we get from minimum, short-term happiness to long-term happiness, which must imply being highly happy?

I suppose that short-term pleasure is the thinnest sort of happiness because it implies that you're only joyful for a reason. In other words, you've got a new job, a new romance, or are finally getting a divorce - and as a result, you're pleased. And, while no type of bliss is everlasting, this one looks to be among the most ephemeral. Because what happened if you don't like your new work, or if your new girlfriend dumps you after a week? The initial joy will most likely fade faster than a tattoo.

Being pleased, on the other extreme, means that your happiness can withstand job stress or gloomy relationship prospects.

This is not to say that really happy individuals accept whatever happens to them. On the opposite, they are often the first to make a change in conditions, particularly if they believe they have done everything possible to help or fix the situation. Daily mindfulness and gratitude activities are now widely recognized as beneficial.

But I wanted to propose some more, less visible action actions we may do right now to transition from short-term to long-term enjoyment.

1. Don't let negative situations discourage you.

As we've seen with time, living conditions aren't always as horrible or as nice as they appear. Whatever bizarre things happen, keep in mind that everything has an odd habit of working out for the better. Instead of being entirely driven by external events, pay close attention to how you're feeling in your soul and practice making final choices regarding the still little voice within.

2. Give up control.

"Don't panic, nothing is in control," is one of my favorite online memes. We all have very little influence over very little. For the most part, our thoughts are running on autopilot. Practice allowing the pieces to fall in which they may and embracing individuals for who they are. This is not to say that you should not have expectations. We're all guilty of it. However, if they are not satisfied (which, as you know, occurs frequently), attempt to adapt your expectations to match the truth of the situation.

3. Boost your adaptability energy.

Because change is a constant in all facets of life, our ability to be flexible to adapt may be one of our most valuable qualities. Without the ability to adapt, we remain dependent on external variables working in our favor, which sets the stage for such majority of the pain we may experience in our life. While divorce, bereavement, and health issues are all realities for many individuals, if we want to maximize our pleasure, we must strive to be highly flexible.

4. Stop looking for happiness in other people or situations.

Many of us have understood by now that the "you fulfill me" concept to love is unsustainable, and Hollywood is incorrect: no one can make us happy, and no one can make us happy. Instead of seeking happiness in an individual or a career, we should look at connections. Rather than seeking happiness from an individual or a job, we should see relationships and/or employment as news sources for the happiness we already have, and rather than focus on how we might provide more happiness.

5. Be accepting of others.

This one may seem apparent, but don't we all pray to criticism and moral judgment? Everyone has shortcomings, but now everyone has qualities if you look closely enough. Begin with yourself. It is impossible to accept oneself until you increase your courage to receive others. Learn to recognize the beauty in your apparent imperfections, and you will greatly improve your capacity to see the finest in others, resulting in enhanced pleasure.

6. Guard your honesty as your most precious asset.

Whenever you live as if happiness is obtained via relationships, money, or other means, you will be more inclined to sacrifice your dignity to strive and accomplish. However, being unable to sleep each night when you did something contrary to your moral code is detrimental to long-term pleasure. "When I do well, I feel good," Abraham Lincoln stated. When I make a mistake, I feel horrible about it. That's my faith." It doesn't get any easier than that.

7. Be in a situation of abundance.

Scarcity is the polar opposite of plenty. You might not have had a lot of success and wealth, but if you practice embracing an abundance mindset, you will automatically become more abundant.

Have a look on the following
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A-C54QA2yAE&t=42s