• Romance and Happiness in This Day and Age

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    I am not a Doctor, a Physiologist nor do I have any degrees or special training in romance and happiness but what I do have is a whole lot of self taught experience on the subject. Like most men, I started life with the belief that romance and sex was the same thing and guaranteed happiness. As I grew older, I learned that this philosophy is the farthest thing from the truth.Read more…
  • Be Happy First, Change Your Life Second

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    Focus on being happy and the rest will follow.Here’s an example: Imagine its 5pm. The kids are tired and hungry.Read more…
  • Our Christian and Patriotic Pursuit of Happiness

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    Throughout our recorded human history great people such as Aristotle, Socrates, and Plato all suggest that we personally play a pivotal role in our own happiness. Our right for the pursuit of happiness was also written by Thomas Jefferson in our Declaration of Independence of the Thirteen Colonies; but what we use as our guide to obtain happiness is essential to truly achieving happiness.If one reads the beginning paragraph and the first sentence of the second paragraph of our Declaration of Independence, you will have, what I feel, is a realistic guide to how to achieve happiness.Read more…
  • Coincidences

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    It has been said, “The truth is out there”.There are forces at work in our lives every day. Forces which will stop our progression, and positive forces which will move us forward from day to day, from success to success.Read more…
  • The World Cup and Letting Go of the Past

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    The 18th World Cup was enjoyable. Behind the Olympics, the FIFA World Cup is the second most universal event. The world unites every four year when the Olympics air, while the world divides every four years when the soccer World Cup airs.Read more…
  • Happiness

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    How often have you heard the cry “All I want is to be happy?” Sometimes this has been followed with,” Surely, that’s not too much to ask for?”Not too much to ask for.Read more…
  • Self-Esteem vs. Self-Worth

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    My dear children, you come from God and belong to God. You have already won a big victory over those false teachers, for the Spirit in you is far stronger than anything in the world. 1 John 4:4 (MSG)Have you ever gotten down on your self after making a mistake?Read more…
  • Happiness? It's Just Enjoying the Scenery

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    "The really happy man is one who can enjoy the scenery on a detour."AnonymousShortly after we got married, my wife got introduced to two of my favorite clich?s: "Always remember.Read more…
  • Happiness? It's Within Walking Distance, You Know

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    Every place is within walking distance if you have the time. --Mike HeydlaufYou know, I don't walk as much as I used to. I'm not quite sure when and where things changed, but there was a time when I calmly and casually walked distances which would appall me now.Read more…
  • 7 Steps to Happiness

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    Although there are people who are chemically depressed, which means that they are depressed for no reason, happiness is a choice for most of us. Happiness is gained by doing, not by thinking. When you begin to think whether you’re happy or not, you are no longer happy.Read more…
  • Looks Can be Perceiving

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    "There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle.Read more…
  • The Joys of Summer

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    For those who live in the temperate zone summer started last June 21st. Let us toast to the season. Yes, Summer is here!Read more…
  • Being In The Moment

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    Many people equate happiness with the how much material wealth a person has, but material possessions alone do not provide happiness. In fact it is often the case that the more material possessions people have the less happy they are. This is because people have a built-in dissatisfaction with they have and own.Read more…
  • The Elusive Quest for Permanent Happiness

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    People spend their entire lifetime trying to have, do, or be something (sometimes many things) so that they can become happier. They take actions based on their desire for this happiness. Their quest IS for happiness, security, peace, and meaningfulness.Read more…
  • The Power of Intention

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    I am a self-help junkie, admittedly, and there was a tip I read from Brian Tracy in a course that I’m taking online. He asked me to catalog my fears – and then to imagine that I didn’t have this fear. The moment you are feeling anxious or nervous about something, he said, you can simply stop and ask yourself how you would feel and behave if you were *not* afraid and if you *did* know how to do something.Read more…
  • Smile and the World Smiles with you

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    Have you ever noticed as you walk along the street how grim every one looks.Where ever you look every one is going about their business with a look of consternation on their face.Have we forgotten that life is for living and we should make the most of every moment.Read more…
  • Use Your Whole Brain and Create the Life You Want to Live

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    Is there a trick to breaking old useless or destructive habits? Absolutely! Affirmations can help.Read more…
  • Time is Not Money

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    Yesterday I had a letter conversation with a new friend in which I was reminded of a lesson taught me by a local friend with whom I often have conversation. This friend and I are retired. She is retired and caring for her elderly father, which means she is more tied down than a teenager on restriction.Read more…
  • Improve Your Daily Life: 7 Easy Ways to Make Yourself Happier

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    1. AssertivenessOne of the best ways to improve your daily life is to learn to be assertive. Assertiveness training classes should be available for you to attend in major cities. Often universities or community colleges will offer them.Read more…
  • Happiness – Simple Tips To Achieve It Easily!

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    Happiness is hard to define but most people are unaware of whether they are happy or not.Many people believe that happiness is a form of luck and that some people are destined to be happy while others are destined never to be happy.The good news is we can all be happy if we want to – This is important!Read more…

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