Posted By: Nichol Chukwuemeka
Marilyn Elias of USA TODAY wrote in one of her articles that psychologists have discovered what makes people happy. This
emerging research on behavioral science that focused on happiness is known as “Positive Psychology”.
The article states, “The
happiest people surround themselves with family and friends, don't care
about keeping up with the
Joneses next door, lose themselves in daily
activities and, most important, forgive easily …. The happiest people
spend the
least time alone. They pursue personal growth
and intimacy; they judge themselves by their own yardsticks, never
against what
others do or have.”
If we want a happy life, we should study the lifestyle, attitude, or behavior of happy people. Observe and understand what
they do, then adopt their behaviors and attitudes. Here are some things habitually happy people do:
1. They always choose to be happy. They never give themselves the option to be unhappy. They have a terrific sense of humor.
2. They try to have a good time as often as possible. They go out, and have fun with friends and loved ones.
3. They choose only the attitudes that can help them succeed and be happy. Happy people have complete control over how they
want to think and feel.
4. They follow the Golden
Rule, “Do not do unto others what you do not want others to do unto
you.” Habitually happy people
are kind, caring, and compassionate. They do
not speak ill against anybody. Having a clean conscience gives them
long-lasting
happiness.
5. They have fighting spirit. They do not let other people control their emotions and actions. Likewise, they stay away
from those who try to drag their spirits down.
6. They never dwell on the
past. Contrary to what others say, happy people are realistic as they
accept the fact that life
is not a bed of roses. Storms of life come
and go; it is part of life. They never let bad and sad experiences ruin
the rest
of their lives. Remember that there is always
a rainbow after a storm. They always move on with life and let time
heal the
wound. Joyful people face the future
optimistically.
Being habitually happy takes
a lot of practice and effort. We have to develop certain attitudes and
behaviors to be able to
achieve happiness all year round. We can do
this gradually by becoming more disciplined and determined in choosing
to make
happiness part of our lifestyle.
Tenth key to happiness: Happy people celebrate and appreciate life every day. Happiness is theirs for keeps.
