Do you want me to make you smile? Sorry about these abrupt starts, but I find it funny, and I need to hook you in the first 30 seconds. We are talking about happiness. Lambos, gold watches and yachts are all perfect. I applaud your success. However, they don't bring me happiness. Let me share with you my philosophy for a happy life. Help others at every opportunity, but not to your detriment - never feel more alive than when I am making a positive impact. Give someone a sincere compliment. Hold the door open for someone. Buy a bartender a drink when you buy yours. Tip your waiter or waitress Sincerely acknowledge a service worker and engage them in a meaningful conversation. 2. Practice gratitude It's the simplest thing to do and lets you revisit or re-acknowledge how lucky you are You have a phone, a computer, some headphones You had power in the house You have clean clothes You have had a warm meal in the last 24 hours You have access to clean running water You slept in a warm home without being fearful for your life People would think they had won the lottery. I used to live a life of poverty, and I like to remind myself how great my life is because we can forget or start taking things for granted. Take stock of everything we have. 3. Progress, Progress, Progress I have a busy mind, and the part that helps me feel truly alive is always trying to create something different or moving towards a goal or a project. One of the main ways I like to progress is by learning. But, unfortunately, I spent so much of my young life being force-fed shitty education from piss poor teachers. Some of them were great. Educating yourself on your own terms for your own purpose is incredible. Never stop learning 4. Be honest and tell people how you feel. There is a feeling in all of us that you need to dial into. The more often, the more powerful it will become. I'm not talking about Star Wars The Force. You don't have to run about declaring your undying love like you are in a Shakespeare play. Be brave and be honest with your feelings. You will find it easier to navigate your way through life and will also have more prosperous relationships. Slay That Dragon
