subject: Dont Worry Be Happy [print this page] I dont know if you ever heard these words but I remember that this as the name of a song that came out years ago and believe it or not life can sometimes be just this simple. It sounds much easier than it actually is to do but it can be done. You have to be able to exert force of will to do so but it can be done.
Happiness can be found in many different ways and places depending on who you are and your mental makeup. Some people enjoy work, others like to spend time engrossed in a hobby, while others may prefer activities like sports, or cooking. Whatever takes you to your happy place is what you need to do when you need a little pick me up. Life will often throw that unexpected curve ball at you so you need to have a defense when it does. I used to be in the military so I call it going into my foxhole. When things get tough you may need to get in the bottom of your foxhole for a while and cover your head until the danger passes. This is perfectly fine to do if you have to. I am not telling you to ignore reality Im only telling you not to dwell on the negative when it happens. Dwelling on the obvious wont do anything other than serve to keep you depressed.
A caveat of this is to avoid those people, places, or things which make you unhappy. You cant keep your mind off of the negative when it remains in front of your eyes. The situation is what it is. You just have to deal with it. This reminds me of my college days when we would sit around and play cards. One thing about cards is that when the dealer has given you a hand you are stuck with it whether you like it or not. Life is the same way. You need to make something happen with the hand that you have been dealt. We would cheat, bluff or whatever. The object was to win something with the cards that we had. If we got all high cards we knew that we could just play one high card after another, but if our hands were low we knew that we had to figure out a way to sneak them in. Life is the same so until you figure out the best way to play the hand that you have been dealt. If you are really smart you will be still able to make some good moves.
Frame of mind will make or break you in your daily routines. Look for the good in every situation rather than the bad. Learn to find the good even in bad situations and bad people. There is always something that you can focus on which will help you to come through a rough time. Being happy is a choice just like love. You love because you choose to. It doesnt matter what the other person has done you can choose to continue to love them anyway. Choose happiness.
There are physical aspects to being happy also. Diet, sleep, and exercise are important. Stressful situations rob us of sleep, and lack of sleep places undue stress on the mind and body. Make sure that you get the required sleep nightly. The human body will begin to shut itself down after a period of time if you dont get an adequate amount of rest.
Eating small healthy meals during the day will also keep you on a level plane. You ideally should eat several small meals per day rather than one or two large ones. Smaller meals spread out over time serve to regulate blood sugar levels. Blood sugar is known to effect mood and energy levels.
Exercise releases happy hormones called endorphins which help you to relax and give you a sense of well being. A daily regimen of light exercise will also serve to keep you regulated and feeling well.
Last of all find someone to love. This is probably the biggest stress reducer of all. Studies show that people of all ages are healthier when they have positive interaction with loved ones. Married people are also found to live longer lives than singles and those with children who are found to be happier than those who dont have children. Riceland Enterprises
