happiness: How to Deal with Negative People
- 06/04/15 11:37 PM
We all have them in our lives—negative people. Although we can avoid associating with negative strangers and acquaintances, what can you do with the ones you can’t avoid due to blood, marriage or because they’re otherwise good people? Here are a few tips. Resist the urge to change their minds. Although they may become less negative over time, don’t try to change their attitudes—that’s up to them. Read between the lines. Oftentimes, negative people just want to be heard, like anyone else. It’s just that they’re delivery method can be a bit of a downer. Acknowledge what they’re saying and offer empathy. Help them … (4 comments)
happiness: 5 Tips for Achieving Happiness
- 05/15/15 01:23 AM
Happiness isn’t permanent; it’s a choice you make every day. Happy people aren’t passive about their happiness. They take an active role by adopting a positive attitude and fully committing to their happiness. Here are five tips to help you become happier each and every day.
1. Commit to growth. Personal and professional development are essential to improving your relationships and enhancing your career. When you read, take classes or workshops or otherwise find ways to grow, you not only boost your brain power, you also become happier as a result. If you want to maintain a higher level of happiness, look … (7 comments)
happiness: 3 Things that Will Make You Happier and More Productive at Work
- 05/01/15 01:04 AM
We’re all looking for ways to make better use of our time. After all, life is short and our time is important. Here are three things to do to help you use your time wisely, that may also make you more satisfied at work. Analyze your time. How do you spend your time? If you’ve ever complained that you haven’t made a dent in your to do list at the end of the day, it’s time to see where you’re spending your time. For one whole day, note how long you spend on each activity. Be sure to include time that you … (0 comments)
happiness: Be Happier in 5 Steps
- 04/10/15 01:13 AM
Who wouldn’t like to be happier? Happiness isn’t an elusive concept. However, it does take a change in perspective and the adoption of a few good habits. Here are five to adopt right now.
Express gratitude. Instead of dwelling on what they don’t have, happy people are grateful for what they do have. Be more thankful today by writing down three things your grateful for in a gratitude journal. When you do this activity for several days, you’ll notice your mood shifting. While appreciating what you have in life, you become happier.
Exercise. Exercise does more than help you shed weight and get … (1 comments)
happiness: Want to be Happier? Write Your Story
- 02/13/15 12:17 AM
Even the stoniest of hearts is inspired by a good personal story—one where the main character succeeds in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds. However, a story doesn’t have to be marked by dramatic twists and turns to be inspiring—the stories of everyday people can inspire as well. In fact, a study recently discussed in the New York Times showed that writing your own story will not only help you to improve your habits, it may also make you happier. Writing your story helps you to adjust your perspective, find solutions to challenges that may be troubling you and make changes … (2 comments)
happiness: How to Keep Negativity at Bay
- 02/01/15 11:38 PM
Everyday we’re bombarded with negativity—negative stories, negative people and negative thoughts. It may easy to succumb to the negativity and become little bundles of negative energy ourselves; however, it’s healthier for our bodies, minds, spirits and the people around us if we break the cycle and nurture positivity instead. Here are some tips to keep negativity at bay. You feel bombarded by negativity in the media Filter it out. There’s so much negativity on television and the media. Combat it by changing the channel or turning it off and reading a book instead. While you may not be able to control what’s … (3 comments)
happiness: Become Happier in 3 Steps
- 12/12/14 03:05 AM
Be happier, starting today! It seems as though the sun always shines upon the happiest people—they tend to be more successful in business and life, healthier and enjoy strong relationships. However, being happy takes work. Specifically, developing the positive habits that foster happiness takes work and commitment. Here are some tips to get started: Get on the good foot. If you want to be happier, get moving as soon as you wake up. Exercise causes your brain to release feel-good chemicals. Not only that, the combination of fresh air and exercise improves your overall well-being and is a great stress buster. Relieve stress … (5 comments)
happiness: 5 Tips to Be Happier
- 09/26/14 01:18 AM
Would you like to be happier this instant? The good news is that happiness is within reach every second of the day. You don’t need to be richer, thinner or have the latest gadgets and toys to be happy. Happiness is a state of mind. It’s a choice that you make every day and a by-product of your daily habits. Happy people are more successful than their peers, enjoy stronger social connections and deal with stress better than others. Are you ready to be happier? Start right this instant with these tips: Choose to be happy. Happiness is a choice we make every … (22 comments)
happiness: 5 Benefits of Expressing Gratitude
- 08/21/14 01:17 AM
We all know that gratitude can make you feel more appreciative, but did you know that it can also benefit your overall health? Here are five benefits of having an attitude of gratitude. 1. You’ll be less stressed. Grateful people tend to have lower anxiety levels. This is perhaps due to the fact that being grateful helps you to maintain perspective. The next time you feel yourself freaking out about a deal or anything else in life, write down three things that you feel thankful for. 2. You’ll sleep better. Instead of counting sheep at night, count your blessings. When you fall asleep … (6 comments)
happiness: The 3 Things that Predict Your Success
- 07/04/14 01:45 AM
Did you know that the way you process information—positively or negatively—not only impacts your happiness, but can also have a bearing on your success as well? The way your brain processes information frames the way you view things and can predict your success, more so than genetics or your environment. How would you react to this situation: You’ve taken up running and sign up for your first 5K. You finish the race dead last. Do you think, “This running nonsense isn’t for me. I’m gonna chill on the couch and watch some Maury.” Or do you think, “It was super fun … (3 comments)
happiness: 5 Ways to Think Positively
- 06/26/14 01:09 AM
Optimistic people are not only happier than their negative counterparts, they’re also more successful, too. If your thoughts tend to skew negatively, there’s hope. According to positive psychologist, Shawn Achor, it’s possible to defeat genetics and environment and train the brain to think positively. As with anything worthwhile, it takes time to create the habit and get results. However, if you practice one of these exercises every day for at least 21 days, you’re sure to start thinking more optimistically, which is essential for lasting, long-term happiness and success. 1. Write down what you’re grateful for. Happy and successful people are thankful … (1 comments)
happiness: Feeling Cranky? 3 Ways to Turn Your Attitude Around
- 05/07/14 01:19 AM
Even people with a sunny disposition have times when a negative attitude threatens to put a cloud over their days. A negative attitude can impact your productivity as well as your relationships. How? You become so busy stewing on the stress of your day that you can’t focus on your daily lead generating activities. And since you’re not completing the tasks on your to-do list, you may begin to feel frustrated and even more irritable. When you’re irritable, you lose patience with the people around you, including your colleagues and loved ones. As a result, they become frustrated with you and … (0 comments)
happiness: 3 Ways to Start Your Day Happier
- 04/25/14 01:02 AM
How you start your day often predicts the course of the rest of your day, whether you realize it or not. Think about the past week and how you started your day: Did you wake up energized to start your day or did you yawn and grumble to the coffee maker and get ready in a hazy fog of exhaustion? Now, how did you end your day: Feeling productive and happy or tired and ready for an adult beverage? If you want to be happier, it’s important to start your day on a positive note. Here are three ways to do … (2 comments)
happiness: 3 Habits Sure to Help You Get Happy
- 04/07/14 01:19 AM
Happy people are more successful and productive than their less cheerful peers. In fact, studies show that happy, positive people report 31% higher productivity levels. So, if you want to be more productive and more successful, it’s essential to become happier. Here are a few habits that are sure to help you on your journey to happiness. 1. Get up. The secret of success and happiness may lie in what time you get out of bed. The earlier you rise, the more time you have to work on the things that drive you and the more energy you will have to succeed. … (1 comments)
happiness: 3 Tips to Banish Negativity and Embrace Positivity
- 03/21/14 12:54 AM
Although happiness is a choice we make every day when we wake up, it’s all too easy to sink back in to old negative habits once the day begins. Perhaps you overhear the person in front of you in line at the coffee shop complaining about the weather, while the girl behind the counter gives you the wrong drink. Or maybe you commiserate with friends over complaints about life and work. It’s hard to find happiness if you’re constantly pushing it away with negativity and complaints. Here are three tips to stay positive in the face of negativity. 1. Express gratitude. People who are … (0 comments)
happiness: Want to Be Happier? Give Back!
- 01/17/14 12:26 AM
Want to boost your mood this instant? Do something nice for someone else. Yes, it’s that simple. Studies show that altruistic people tend to be more satisfied with their lives. And the benefits don’t stop there: altruistic behavior may also reduce stress, lower anxiety and depression, lower blood pressure and may even help you live longer.* If you could use a mood boost, practice kindness. 3 Ways to Give Back 1. Practice random acts of kindness. It only takes a second to be kind. Hold the door open for the person walking behind you, buy a cup of coffee for the person … (4 comments)
We all have them in our lives—negative people. Although we can avoid associating with negative strangers and acquaintances, what can you do with the ones you can’t avoid due to blood, marriage or because they’re otherwise good people? Here are a few tips.
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