Choose to be Happy!

The Eight-Day Fast Track to Happiness-Cover Story  in Caring Today Winter 2010 {Dr. Robert Holden}

Day 1-Defining True Happiness
What is your definition of a happy life?  Are you living it?  Did you remember to include yourself in your definition?  Think carefully about this because your definition of happiness will influence every significant decision in your life.  For instance, if you think happiness is to be found outside you, you'll turn happiness into a search , pursuit or destination, but if you know happiness is inside you, then happiness becomes a compass, a guide and a force that helps you to live a rich life. 

Exercise:  There is a world of difference between searching for happiness and following your joy.  Your 1st assignment is to reflect on the question, "When am I happiest?"  Identify what inspires you, nourishes you and fans the flames of joy within.  Being clear about this will help you to be true to yourself, to be honest, to make better choices and to have the courage to say a big "yes" to what really matters most to you in life.  Say "yes" to joy today.