For every minute you are angry you lose sixty seconds of happiness.
Ralph Waldo Emerson
DO you take the good with the bad?
“You take the good with the bad.” Have you ever heard that saying? What’s your first reaction when you hear that statement? My first thought is something like, “Bullsh*t!” Probably because the first thing that comes to mind is the saying, “You have to experience the bitter to appreciate the sweet.” Ironically enough, my Family Read more about DO you take the good with the bad?[…]
Know when to say Yes or No
Two of the most powerful words in our language usually go overlooked and taken for granted. A major secret to happiness is knowing when to say “Yes” or “No”. Yes and No are so vitally important and powerful because they give permission. Sometimes the only thing we need to do the right thing (or not Read more about Know when to say Yes or No[…]
Happiness is like a fish tank
When I first moved into my place the previous tenants had a fish tank that they left there. It was very badly neglected. It was full of fish so I decided to clean it up. And trust me, it was not easy. The glass was so caked with slime and algae that you couldn’t even Read more about Happiness is like a fish tank[…]
Happy Valentines Day to Me!
Happy Valentine’s Day Everyone! This is an interesting time of year where the question of love and companionship are on the tip of everyone’s tongue. Seems like most people are in a mad rush to see if they can find a Valentine to share the holiday with. Many who don’t have a Valentine question their Read more about Happy Valentines Day to Me![…]
Be happy … when you’re already happy
I was talking with a friend who is going through a difficult time in life. His life kind of turned him upside down and now he is trying to find his bearings and re-find his happiness. He has started questioning his reality and reading self-improvement books to gain new perspective on life. He said to Read more about Be happy … when you’re already happy[…]
Just getting started
So, welcome to my book blog. My other blog is at pjis.me. That one has more of my general thoughts about life while this blog will be kept simple and focused on the topic of happiness, how to be happy and why happiness matters. I’ll also be asking you for YOUR story so please stay Read more about Just getting started[…]