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Have you ever noticed that happy people have a certain spring in their step? They seem to walk their talk and illuminate the room as they shine with joy.
From the research I’ve completed
while writing my next book, Mental Makeover, and tips I share in my book Find Your Happy, I have learned that it comes back to habits.
Happy people have habits they practice daily and most of them contradict what society says is best. Happy people don’t look outside themselves for happiness; instead they lean on their inner compass.
I know from personal experience that happiness is 100% a habit. I found this out as I left my corporate job to follow my heart and be a writer and life coach, in the process walking away from depression, drug addictions, and eating disorders which prevented me from being happy.
The Tweetable Truth: Happiness is cultivated by action!
And the faster we can unlearn the life lessons that society tells us are right, the sooner we’ll really feel happiness. Here are 10 life lessons you should unlearn in order to be happy.
1. Working hard will make you successful.
The harder you work, the more worn out you will be. You won’t be able to fully enjoy your efforts. Instead of working hard, consider working smarter. Gauge your success by how much joy you are experiencing.
2. Life is supposed to be smooth and free of problems.
The ups and downs of life are how we live a balanced life. Embrace each turn and allow for the changes; you will feel peace when you stop resisting.
3. Your dreams should take a back seat to responsibility.
Your dreams are your responsibility. Don’t let excuses keep you from following through on your purpose.
4. What people think of you is important.
The only thing that matters is what you think about yourself. Work on your relationship with yourself and you will feel more love and joy than you ever thought possible.
5. You need to postpone joy.
Retirement, vacation, the weekend — all are excuses keeping you from enjoying life right now, in this moment. Reach for happiness every day and you’ll no longer need a vacation to achieve balance in your life because your life will be full of joy.
6. You should listen to your head over your heart.
Your head will talk you out of what you feel is right. Trusting the guidance of your heart is never wrong. Ask yourself if the situation feels right, instead of thinking your way through the problem.
What life lesson are you ready to unlearn? As always you can leave your comments below.
Your videos always leave me with so much to think about. Loved this one!
Thank you for your GREAT messages and I know you are living your dream. It gives me inspiration!