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Motivational Monday – Got Happy?

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Real Estate Agent with Dirt Road Real Estate SA676002000

The other day I came across this quote by General and President George Washington. His words ring so true today as they rang yesterday.

Human happiness and moral duty

are inseparably connected.

When our actions reflect our morals, our values, our character, happiness is truly an essential result. For example, the other day as I was returning to my truck from a quick trip to the store, an elderly lady (presuming she was older than myself) was putting her groceries in the back of her SUV.  I noticed a cane.  So I walked up to her and politely asked with a sincere smile if I could return her grocery cart to the cart corral.  This lady returned my smile with a huge smile and a big thank you.

How often do we take those small acts of kindness and we not only make others "got happy," but ourselves as well? Of course, those who came before us and are still with us, recognized the connection between our thoughts, our actions, our morals and our happiness.

"Happiness is not something ready made.

It comes from your own actions."

Dalai Lama

"The happiness of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts: therefore accordingly, and take care that you entertain no notions unsuitable to virtue and reasonable nature."

Marcus Aurelius

"Happiness depends upon ourselves."

Aristotle

Action may not always bring happiness;

but there is no happiness without action.

Benjamin Disraeli

"The art of being happy lies in the power of extracting happiness from common things."

Henry Ward Beecher

And here is a "Got Happy" tune that should remind you

to be happy today and tomorrow.

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Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543
Realty ONE Group Advocates 484-237-2055 - Downingtown, PA
Selling the Main Line & Chester County

Even in the midst of troubles, or stress, you can choose to be happy. Some of the happiest people are those with very little, but they appreciate what they do have and are grateful.

Oct 07, 2024 07:59 AM
Leanne Smith

So true and I agree some with the least have the most happiness. Especially now with the ravages of Hurricane Helene, it is very important for those who did not suffer to be grateful and appreciative of what they have.

Oct 07, 2024 08:13 AM
Hannah Williams
HomeStarr Realty - Philadelphia, PA
Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376

Leanne Smith No need to worry it doesn't solve anything. Look on the bright side and think positive, as it brings positive results .. Love your video choice 

I don't care for the political video at the end, although I love Bill  Moyer 

Oct 07, 2024 08:08 AM
Leanne Smith

Glad you enjoyed the video.  Happiness is an attitude and yes sometimes we are sad due to life's events. I am sadden for all those suffering from the Hurricane and grateful that we live here in NW AZ where we don't have hurricanes. I guess the political video was a YouTube add on.

Oct 07, 2024 08:14 AM
Hannah Williams

Leanne Smith These things are beyond our control, as are the Washington protests today 

Oct 07, 2024 08:16 AM
Leanne Smith

Much of life is beyond our control. We then make a decision to focus on what we can control.

Oct 07, 2024 08:18 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

Good morning, Leanne... I will now have that tune for Don't Worry, Be Happy in my head for the rest of the day!

Oct 07, 2024 08:46 AM
Leanne Smith

Well I still have it in my head so I am happy to share. 😉

Oct 07, 2024 08:47 AM
Carol Williams
Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA

Hi Leanne,
I feel bad for the people who look to others for their happiness. Happiness comes from within.

Have a great week.

Oct 07, 2024 10:09 AM
Leanne Smith

May you also have a great week and yes happiness does come from within.

Oct 07, 2024 10:54 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Leanne- we can't look to others to provide our happiness. We have to choose to be happy. When we are suffering, grieving, doing without...we can still find happiness. 

Oct 07, 2024 06:31 PM
Leanne Smith

I agree and well stated. Thank you.

Oct 07, 2024 06:42 PM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

When you quote, Marcus Aurelius, Aristotle you have my attention and we are on the same page, Endre

Oct 07, 2024 11:29 PM
Leanne Smith

And I always look for quotes from past Greek philosophers just to bring a smile to your face.

Oct 09, 2024 05:48 AM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

I like those words from him and they are so true!  I wish your nation would get back to the basics.

Oct 08, 2024 06:38 AM
Leanne Smith

My sense is the "basics" are defined differently than how we define the basics.

Oct 09, 2024 05:48 AM
Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

Leanne, those small acts of kindness just make your day.   Bet she had a smile too!

Oct 08, 2024 07:13 AM
Leanne Smith

Yes she deed indeed have a smile Joan Cox 

Oct 09, 2024 05:47 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello Leanne - many themes seem to hold an interconnectedness and an interrelatedness.  Yes, I wonder.  Once again. . . 

Oct 08, 2024 07:14 AM
Leanne Smith

Recognizing how much of our lives are interconnected helps us to understand what is happening around us and others. Thank you.

Oct 09, 2024 05:47 AM
Lew Corcoran
Better Living Real Estate, LLC - East Bridgewater, MA
Expert guidance. Exceptional results.

Thank you, Leanne Smith, for sharing such uplifting thoughts on happiness and kindness! Your reflections on the connection between our actions and happiness truly inspire me to embrace everyday moments that uplift both ourselves and those around us.

Oct 08, 2024 11:21 AM
Leanne Smith

Thank you Lou Ludwig - Enjoy your Wednesday

Oct 09, 2024 05:46 AM