THINGS HAPPY PEOPLE DO

By Vernalee

Does this describe you?

Here we go!

15 Things that Incredibly Happy People do!

1. They turn their mistakes into lessons.

2. They go offline.

3. They don't sweat the small stuff.

4. They plan getaways.

5. They say thank you.

6. They give themselves a break.

7. They turn a to do list into a game.

8. They build relationships.

9. They don't blame the past.

10. They fake it till they make it.

11. They take chances.

12. They get their beauty rest.

13. They get moving.

14. They are honest.

15. They don't compare themselves to others.

Are you incredibly happy according to these 15 items or just incredibly happy period? Why be sad?

If you woke up this morning, that is a great reason to be incredibly happy.

Being blessed with reasonably good health; a healthy loving family, great friends and associates; a roof over your head; plentiful food to eat; a source of income/an affordable way of survival ... is a start. Being surrounded by love - having someone to love you that you can love back is great. I count my blessings every day and am thankful to be able to do so! Getting to a happy place brings not only happiness but joy! It’s a blessing!

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Source: MSN Lifestyles / Pop Sugar

WHAT'S GOOD FOR THE GOOSE IS GOOD FOR THE GANDER

By Vernalee

Double standards eventually present conflict and problems. Normally, they are classified as hypocritical. Are you a "Do what I say: not what I do" type? Bottom line: Don't expect what you are not willing to give/do. It simply doesn't add up. As the bankers say, "You can't take out more than you deposited.” Literally, what is good for a male goose is equally good for a female goose. Said differently, what is good for one person should be equally as good for another person. The variances in treatment for the same actions are usually what present the problems. That is why, equal standards/applications work every time. Consistency is the better choice. It always pays off!

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SAYING YOU'RE SORRY

By Vernalee

Someone has been hurt; their feelings are bruised; their anger shows. What do you do? Did you cause the problem? Does the other party think that you caused the problem? Does it really matter? Is too much emphasis placed on who did what rather than moving on? Does it matter who says "I'm sorry" first? Simple, but complex questions, these are! Some folks think that saying you're sorry and apologizing are signs of weakness. If you say you're sorry first, is it an admission of guilt or a posture of inferiority? Contrary to that popular belief, an acknowledgement of error is really a sign of strength. It takes great courage to come forth; to confront the issues. Dormancy signifies weakness; not strength. Sometimes, it doesn't matter who was wrong or right. Maybe, it was a misunderstanding or lack of clarity in communication. Regardless, saying your're sorry should not be a contest of victory or defeat. "I'm sorry are two of the strongest words in the dictionary. Don't be stubborn and lose or destroy what you have delicately taken time to build...because you can't utter the words. That's a posture for cowards; not selfless winners! Be the "bigger person" and not the biggest loser!

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