5 Keys of Happiness
Steps toward a better life
Many people asked why their lives seem unfulfilled. Many people wondered about how to make do with their time on earth. This is not a simple question. It takes dedication, truthfulness, and honesty to make happiness work for you. If you seek it then you should have it. Even with all the chaos in the world, your life can make a difference. Not only for your friends and family but also for everyone who you come in contact with. So make the difference and watch your legacy change a generation:
1. Be Content It is optimistic people that live longer. Science has proven that better moods help the brain deal with stress. And if you are happy with yourself then nothing can put you down. Whenever you faced a success or failure, you can remain resilient. You have to learn to celebrate your life, your family, and your hopes. There will always be obstacles but contentment shows gratefulness and contentment is enduring. Life is too short to miss the good times and to not overcome the bad times. We all can use contentment in our lives.
2. Be Inspired. Is there a quote that inspires you? Don't be afraid to use it in your rough times. Mediate on the quote or quotes when you at your lowest because it can shut all the negativity down. And do this in a routine to keep negative thoughts from invading your life. Explore the world such as learning about your world and traveling. Inspire yourself to see from other points of view because this is what makes you a better human being. Closed-minds are a barrier to knowledge and greatness. This is why we must seek inspiration from our world.
3. Be Courageous. Do the impossible? Courage does not have to be major to be effective. Standing up for what you believe with the truth on your side. This can start at an early age. You can show your family even your children that your beliefs matter if they are backed by clarity and transparency. You should never be ashamed to share your gut feeling with loved ones and be brave enough to be corrected. It takes courage to be corrected and to make up what you've done wrong. No one is perfect and every day is a day to grow and learn.
4. Stay Focused. You should be determined to do good. Make every effort to build up others because that in turn builds up a rapport within yourself. Stay confident and let your ambitions be known. Don't let the disappointment of the past get you down and do not seek perfection know that every day is progress. If you can change a little then you can change a lot. Fulfill the dream that you always had that add to your years. Don't be afraid to be judge by others and take every failure as a lesson. Plan out your day and make sure you remember special days.
5.Set Goals. Whether they are for two weeks or months, everyone needs goals. They make us more accountable for action. They have the power to show a change in our lives. Goals are a commitment. Will you commit today? Life goals bridge the gap between saying and action. When we fulfilled our goal, we are climbing higher in our journey. If you can fulfill promises you make personally then you can fulfill promises to others. This makes you a better person and your life more fulfilling knowing that you are honest and trustworthy. And every relationship will get better as you build the personal trust it will, in turn, reflect in all relationships.
About the Creator
Matthew Primous
I am a Black Scholar, International Scholar, & Google Scholar, & 3-Time Eber & Wein Best Poet., Nominee for Poet of the Year, 2020 Black Author Matters Winner, 2 time Akademia Excellence Essayists,& 2022 Honorary Muckrack Journalist.
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