Saturday, December 13, 2008

Tips for Leading an Exceptionally Happy Life

1. Take a 10-30 minute walk every day. And while you walk, smile. It is the ultimate anti-depressant.

2. Sit in silence for at least 10 minutes each day.

3. Always pray and make time to exercise.

4. Spend more time with people over the age of 70 and under the age of six.

5. Try to make at least three people smile each day.

6. Clear your clutter from your house, car, desk, and let new energy flow into your life.

7. Don't waste your precious energy on gossip, issues of the past, negative thoughts, or things you cannot control. Instead, invest your energy in the positive present moment.

8. Realize that life is a school and you are here to learn. Problems are simply part of the curriculum, but the lessons you learn will last a lifetime.

9. Accept that life isn't fair, but it's still good.

10. Understand that life is too short to waste time hating anyone.

11. Don't talk yourself so seriously. No one else does.

12. You don't have to win every argument. Agree to disagree.

13. Make peace with your past so it won't screw up your present.

14. Don't compare your life to others'. You have no idea what their journey is all about.

15. Go on and burn those 'special' scented candles, use the 600-thread count sheets and the good china, and wear the fancy lingerie now. Stop waiting for a special occasion. Every day is special.

16. Realize that no one is in charge of your happiness except you.

17. Frame every so-called disaster with this words: "In five years, will this matter?"

18. Time heals everything. Give time, time.

19. Your job won't take care of you when you are sick. Your friends will. Stay in touch with them.

20. Understand that envy is a waste of time. You already have all you need. God provides.

21. No matter how you feel, get up, dress up, and show up.

22. Do the right thing.

23. Call your family often.

24. Remember that you are too blessed to be stressed.

25. Enjoy the ride. Remember that this is not Disney World and you certainly don't want a Fast Pass. You only have one ride through life, so make the most of it!

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