I strongly believe that we should structure our lives to maximize happiness. I think humans are meant to find happiness for ourselves and to bring happiness to those around us.
Here’s a few things I’ve done to increase my happiness.
Get off Facebook and Instagram
Seriously, delete that shit.
When was the last time you got something joyful out of Facebook? Where you came away significantly better after scrolling and scrolling and scrolling. Chances are you can’t remember.
Verbalize What You’re Grateful For Today
Positive affirmations help transform thoughts and ideas into reality. You might be amazed the difference in saying something positive out loud instead of just thinking it.
Start verbalizing the things you’re grateful for in life. Say what you’re grateful for today. It’s really easy to think happiness can come after you do something in the future. After you get that cool new phone or that brand new car. After that amazing, life changing vacation.
Delay Gratification
In that moment when I’m considering buying something I ask myself a few questions.
Will this continue to make me happy in 1 month, 3 months, and a year?
How much do I have to work to pay for this? If you want to buy something for 10/hr, you’ll have to work 10 hours to make that money back. Is that thing worth 10 hours of your time?
If you decide you really want something, wait a week. Set a reminder on your phone.
When that 7 days comes up you might be surprised how much your desire for that thing has changed.
Or maybe you still want it. So go get it.
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