What does it take to make you happy? Picture a line and on one side of the line is absolute bliss (happiness beyond measure). On the other side of the line is sadness. Everyday run-of-the-mill happiness falls somewhere in the middle. Some people would say it is easy to be happy, others would say it is hard. The important message is that happiness does not come from the outside of us but the inside, and that makes all the difference.
Many people think that they will be happy, “if….” If they have a boyfriend, or girlfriend; if they get the next job; if they make more money, have a house, or drive a new car. The truth is that these things only bring fleeting pleasure. We can never get enough things outside of ourselves to make us happy. Happiness that lasts comes from connecting with the part of life spirit that is inside of us, the part that comes out when we sing, dance or create art. This is also the part that we feel when we see puppies or small children playing. These things make us happy because they remind us of our connection with life itself.
After you read this article, close your eyes for a minute. Sense that inner part of yourself that knows happiness – that is happiness. Does it feel warm? Does it have a color? Rest there for a few minutes until you feel yourself naturally smiling. Remember times when you felt like the world worked for you and you knew yourself to be secure and content. Feel your breath, feel the buzz of life in your hands and feet, and let yourself move in a way that makes you smile.
We can all make this a daily practice. If we remember to connect with our own inner happiness, then we can help our families, friends and co workers remember their “happiness place” as well. Perhaps we can all spread a little sunshine as we go. If this happens to you, I hope you email me at james.alana@gmail.com and tell me stories about how it worked for you.
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