Nov '24 • General discussion
Today I will choose to be happy..
From the book “The Traveler's Gift” by Andy Andrews - The 5th Decision for Success….
“Happiness is a choice. Happiness is the end, result of certain thoughts and activities, which actually bring about a chemical reaction in my body. Reaction results in a euphoria that, while elusive to sum, is totally under my control.”
(I wrote in the margin next this part that for me, I’m finding that Gratitude is more and more a part of this.)
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“Within moments of awakening, I will laugh for seven seconds. Even after such a small period of time, excitement has begun to flow through my bloodstream. I feel different. I am different! I am enthusiastic about the day. I am alert to its possibilities. I am happy!”
(This one does work, I usually do it quietly as I think of funny family moments / memories, but I need to actually make this a habit every day and not just on a Friday morning - since this 5th decision, I read every Friday morning.) 😊
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“Laughter is an outward expression of enthusiasm, and I know that enthusiasm is the fuel that moves the world. I laugh throughout the day. I laugh while I am alone, and I laugh in conversation with others. People are drawn to me because I have laughter in my heart. The world belongs to the enthusiastic, for people will follow them anywhere.” 😂
(I do laugh on my own for sure and I always did it so naturally on my job with my students / players. I miss those moments for sure.) 🥹
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Last one… it’s a big passage but essential reminder for me… thanks for reading all of this 😆…
“When I choose to smile, I become the master of my emotions. Discouragement, despair, frustration, and fear will always wither when confronted by my smile. The power of who I am is displayed when I smile.
Today I will choose to be happy. I am the possessor of a grateful spirit.
In the past, I have found discouragement in particular situations until I compared the condition of my life to others less fortunate. Just as a fresh breeze cleans smoke from the air, so a grateful spirit remove the cloud of despair. It is impossible for the seeds of depression to take root in a thankful heart.”
(For me at least, a very powerful reminder to make the choice have having gratitude, happiness & joy in my heart. Every day and not just every 5th day)👍🏻😎😂
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Today I will choose to be happy..
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