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Be Happy

by 711gemstone
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"How To Be Happy"

1. Make up your mind to be happy.
Learn to find pleasure in simple things.

2. Make the best of your circumstances.
No one has everything, and everyone has something
of sorrow intermingled with gladness of life.
The trick is to make the laughter outweigh the tears.

3. Don't take yourself too seriously.
Don't think that somehow you should be protected
from misfortune that befalls other people.

4. You can't please everybody.
Don't let criticism worry you.

5. Don't let your neighbor set your standards.
Be yourself.

6. Do the things you enjoy doing
but stay out of debt.

7. Never borrow trouble.
Imaginary things are harder to bear than real ones.

8. Since hate poisons the soul,
do not cherish jealousy, enmity, grudges.
Avoid people who make you unhappy.

9. Have many interests.
If you can't travel, read about new places.

10. Don't hold postmortems.
Don't spend your time brooding over sorrows or mistakes.
Don't be one who never gets over things.

11. Do what you can for those less
fortunate than yourself.

12. Keep busy at something.
A busy person never has time to be unhappy.
#happy
  • Profile picture of the author Elizabeth Fee
    Being happy is a choice - one in which we all have to make every minute of every hour of every day. While challenging at times, it is possible to live a life full of happiness - especially when reminded of the tips outlined in your post.
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    • Profile picture of the author jameswatson2002
      Originally Posted by Elizabeth Fee View Post

      Being happy is a choice - one in which we all have to make every minute of every hour of every day. While challenging at times, it is possible to live a life full of happiness - especially when reminded of the tips outlined in your post.
      Well said, Elizabeth
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  • Profile picture of the author InHwan Park
    great list...

    so many of us plan for our future happiness.
    the "pursue of happiness" is a human right written into the US Constitution...
    but this is the wrong approach.
    being happy isn't something you should plan on doing in the future...it is something we should choose to be now...
    so many of us forget to be happy now so we can plan to be happy in the future....

    and OP....please do not use comic sans....its makes me unhappy
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    • Profile picture of the author 711gemstone
      It is amazing how many people can do this without using a list.
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  • Profile picture of the author ginnysclub1
    Happiness is not a destination; happiness is the way
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    In seeking happiness for others, you find it for yourself." Anonymous
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  • Profile picture of the author jacobcowen
    Nice list, thanks!
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  • Profile picture of the author webexperts666
    that is the great list. thanks
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  • Profile picture of the author chelsean
    Well said. What a great list. Having a great day being uplifted today! Thanks for helping!
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  • Profile picture of the author Michael Harrington
    Excellent list!!!
    You have to decide to be happy! It works, it is all a mindset!
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  • Profile picture of the author iDesigners
    Excellent, but still we lose track instantly at some occasions where all the expectations are shattered. I get angry sometimes..what would you suggest?
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    • Profile picture of the author 711gemstone
      Originally Posted by iDesigners View Post

      Excellent, but still we lose track instantly at some occasions where all the expectations are shattered. I get angry sometimes..what would you suggest?
      Think about all the good things that are happening to you or others and pass it on.
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  • Profile picture of the author elexmedia
    “Being happy doesn't mean that everything is perfect. It means that you've decided to look beyond the imperfections.”
    - Annonymous
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    • Profile picture of the author Anthony
      Originally Posted by elexmedia View Post

      "Being happy doesn't mean that everything is perfect. It means that you've decided to look beyond the imperfections."
      - Annonymous
      That is a good one.
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  • Profile picture of the author TwinDragon
    I think happiness is a choice. You choose how you live your life.
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  • Profile picture of the author sharonhurley
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    Be optimistic and smile! When you smile, whether you feel happy or not, your mood will be elevated.
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    • Profile picture of the author scon66
      Originally Posted by sharonhurley View Post

      Be optimistic and smile! When you smile, whether you feel happy or not, your mood will be elevated.
      Well said Sharon
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  • Profile picture of the author margaretteralbertos
    Always happy lay aside the problem..hapiness gives you a power to make you strong.
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  • Profile picture of the author onlinesolutions1985
    happiness is a choice.. thanks for the list.. I wanna meet someone who can make this list without having it as a list..
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  • Profile picture of the author datingworld
    Do what you can for those less
    fortunate than yourself.
    I think this alone will give you too much happiness.
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  • Profile picture of the author joesfortune
    Being happy, unfortunately, has no appealing alternative.
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  • Profile picture of the author natebunger
    For me, being happy is being contented. I also believe it's a choice. It differs from each one of us. Some say people should learn to be contented and spend more time with people that actually matter, I totally agree with this but there are others who find happiness when they are working so it really depends.
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  • Profile picture of the author garfw
    Sage advice, but hard to do at times...
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  • Profile picture of the author Michael Ten
    Nice tips! Being busy is definitely a decent way to at least feel decent in life. If you are busy (with potentially positive things) then it is usually harder to focus on negative things.
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  • Profile picture of the author onlinesolutions1985
    Be contented to what you have right now.
    If you have problem that cannot be solved watch some comedy movies to forget the problem.
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  • Profile picture of the author lincolndesigns
    Those are good tips on how to be happy. It is true that maintaining overall happiness despite unfortunate events is a skill of looking at positives and making the conscious choice of allowing yourself to be happy.
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  • Profile picture of the author Priki
    I have shorter definition on happiness...

    If you really want to be happy, then there is only one way that you should start walking. That way is leading to yourself (you body, soul and spirit). If you learn how to unite this three things, you will be the happiest person in this world. You know why?

    Because, you will be able to feel your feeling and to start to love and respect yourself. If you a ready to do this step, then don't waits your time and start walking. If you reach deep down your soul, you will know how to connect with you spirit and go outside of your body, earth and universe.

    If you able to love yourself, then be sure that you are prepare to love the others. By others, I mean your closest one like your family, cousins, friends or something more higher then you!

    I've experienced this feeling this year and all I can tell you is... It really change my life!
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    may all your problems be little ones, this said the vicar to the goom
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  • Profile picture of the author urmilp
    Great list of things to remember when we're in the thick of it. thanks for posting.

    We all strive each day working harder and harder with the goal of being happy.

    That's all wrong.

    We need to start off happy, find the pleasure in the things we do by thinking about them definitely.

    The day is so much more fun if you go through it with a smile on your face
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