happiness is a skill
Oh April! Three months of 2019 behind me, and I am honestly wondering what happened to March. Seriously, where did it go? Like big corporations check numbers at the end of each quarter, I've recently started holding a QHR (Quarterly Happiness Review) with myself. This year, I’ve given my QHR a little more structure: a… Continue reading Quarterly Happiness Review
When to use: When you want to bring a little more joy to your day, and aren’t sure where to start. Supplies: A pen, paper, other pens in different colors, or highlighters. Instructions: Set a timer for 5 minutes, and write down everything that comes to mind when you ask yourself “what makes me happy?”. This… Continue reading Happiness Exercise: Pile of Good Things
Happiness Exercise #3: Best Friend Correspondence When to use: When you’re stressed, you’re working through something difficult or being harsh with yourself. Supplies: a journal or paper, your favorite pen or pencil Instructions: · Carve out 15 minutes that will be interruption-free · Write a honest-to-goodness old-fashioned letter, as if your best friend was in… Continue reading 15 Minutes Happier: Your Best Friend is Write
When was the last time you received a hand-written thank you note? A love letter? A holiday card that wasn’t a printed family newsletter? What about the last time you wrote a postcard from vacation? Or tucked a note into a family member’s lunch box? Something experiential happens when we write with pen and paper… Continue reading A Pen is Mightier than the Keyboard
Happiness Exercise #2: Rainbow Photo Safari When to use: When you’re stuck in a routine that feels like a grind or need new perspective. Supplies: the outdoors, a camera, comfortable shoes Instructions: On a 15 minute walk, challenge yourself to snap pictures of: Something in each color of the ROY B. GIV rainbow (beginner) Things you… Continue reading 15 minutes happier: Rainbow Photo Safari
"Do what you love, and the money will follow." "Love what you do, and you'll never work a day in your life." "Make passion your paycheck." I'm all for inspirational quotes - but these three platitudes get me especially fired up. Because really, how many of us are in a financial position to only do… Continue reading Purpose vs. a Paycheck
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