happiness
Happiness, defined; things that help you find happiness, keep it, and share it with others.
Life Is Always Beautiful
Have you ever had a tough time in your life? When if someone were to ask you how your life is, you’d want to smile and run away? Sometimes we face certain times in our life when one bad thing happens after another. And I felt a little weighed down lately. I was having a bunch of unfavorable circumstances pile up in my life. I believed in myself, borrowed some money. Wasn’t able to pay it back in time. Got robbed of an iPhone X I was supposed to be selling, on top of another thing, on top of another thing, and one more after that. But this wasn’t why I was going through a tough time. I had realized I was having a tough time because of what I was allowing to be the focus and highlight of my life. I was obsessing over all these “bad events.” I wasn’t showing up for myself with love. And I was rejecting a lot of life. “This shouldn’t have happened. This isn’t fair.” No matter what bad happens, life is still going. I didn’t want bad circumstances to be an excuse to not feel happy and high on life. Why wasn’t I working to create beautiful moments in my life? Why am I not magnifying and obsessing over the good that’s happened? Why am I not expanding my appreciation of life? What was going great in my life? I asked myself that again, what’s been really beautiful in my life lately? I’m really experiencing, appreciating, and being touched by the simple kindness and love humans have and it’s just so beautiful and helps so much in life and I can’t wait to let that drive me forward. I’m constantly meeting people that are so kind-hearted, so nice, so loving, so warm, and fun to be around. I’m constantly seeing and meeting the good in humanity. I got the gift of an amazing in person mentor who has really been helping me grow. Even the stupid little shit, I went to the Chicago Diner for takeout, I got led into this beautiful garden full of gorgeous flowers that really brightened up life, and I just had a really chill meal enjoying life.
By Aceadia7 years ago in Motivation
Why It Is Important to Say No
I used to be a people pleaser, and that means that I used to say yes to everything, including to things I really didn't want to do. I would put everyone else before myself, neglecting my own wants and needs along the way. If someone told me not to talk to someone, then I'd do it. If they asked me to behave in a certain way, I'd do it. If they asked me to do something or go somewhere where I was uncomfortable, I'd do it. No matter what the consequences, as long as I could make people happy, it didn't matter, until I got older and realized that people, including loved ones, were using me and depending on me far too much. I realized something had to change. However, I was uncomfortable with this change because I felt that changing my attitude would mean losing people. I had no self esteem and no confidence in myself, and I saw losing people, even those who were unhealthy for me, as a bad thing. Saying no was impossible, because I felt that everybody would hate me for it.
By Carol Ann Townend7 years ago in Motivation
Stuck?
I am fine. I know I am doing alright. Things could be much worse, really. I am a fighter, survivor, overcomer, and will keep carrying on. I know how to keep going on, it’s second nature to my brain cells; adversities, trials, emotional ups, social insecurities, and financial hardships all have taken their turn at me. It's okay. I am still fighting them at the moment. I don't have time to get down and be depressed even if I wanted to, others depend on me for literal survival. I do love traveling and, of course, cooking!! I love ❤️ to cook!!! I love giving advice to young women! 👯 I hate mediocrity, and hate wallowing in my obstacles and difficulties. I share little to none with others. It's no use. A friend of mine once called me a chameleon, I was crossed with her. Later I realized she was right! I am almost always blending in. At work, school, and church. ⛪ I want to be molded in so well that my life’s situations may not be seen sewing, traveling, and of course cooking!!
By A Moment With K.K Kwally7 years ago in Motivation
What If We Paused Our Search for Happiness?
What if we paused our search for happiness? It might seem like a crazy idea, but let me explain. I feel as if more and more people are sharing their opinions and tips on what to do to achieve personal happiness, so I thought I should do the same but with a slight twist. Besides, we all know that these people, who seem so perfect on social media, can have their rough moments—just like anybody.
By Celestin Turbide7 years ago in Motivation
Don't Worry
Growing up, I was put down constantly. Whether it came to my height, my weight, my race… There were times my own parents put me down as well. I’ve had a lot of downs in my life that caused my depression to skyrocket for years. My parents were mentally and physically abusive, people who I thought were my friends left me behind, and my relationship was constantly on and off. I was never the smart girl, the pretty girl, the girl everyone wanted to know… I was just me. Regular, ordinary, awkward, and weird. I had a lot of dreams that really helped me keep pushing, keep trying, and keep living. I also have a few friends who really believed in me and kept encouraging me to keep going when I was about to quit.
By Tala Gallano7 years ago in Motivation
What Was the Last Thing That Made You Smile?
I read the flyer, taped neatly on the mirror in the bathroom. It had been put up (supposedly) by an on-campus psychology research group. A QR code and an email address were printed on the bottom left corner—for those who wanted to participate in their study (I'm assuming).
By Anon7 years ago in Motivation
Today You Are You
I am not sure who needs to read this today, but just stop. Stop comparing yourself to others, stop comparing yourself to who you used to be, and stop comparing yourself to those who are unoriginal. Basically, just be you, as you are an original.
By Megan Andresen7 years ago in Motivation
What Is Your Destiny?
Fate is the idea that our lives may be bound to a fixed set of circumstances. That regardless of our actions, we don’t have much control over our lives because ultimately there is a plan that has already been put in place. There are many theories that exist, however, each of them rightfully open for consideration and discussion. Some may believe that deterministic physical laws of the universe are the governing power over our lives; that every single chemical reaction is predetermined to occur. Others may believe that there is a ‘God’ that has complete control or knowledge over what is going to occur. There has been no proven is no right or wrong answer, these are all only theories.
By Nicole Addison7 years ago in Motivation
