Happiness Is Underrated: Prioritize Health, Relationships, and Purpose
Introduction: A Life Designed for Joy
Aloha—I hope this blog finds you truly happy and, if not, guides you to more joy. Throughout my life, I have pursued many different interests and had the opportunity to explore many places and various fields that make me happy. These include the culinary arts, Nature therapy and photography, entrepreneurship, and spirituality. Being a wife to a devoted husband, a mother to a terrific son, and a grandmother are the main sweet points in my life. My favorite topic to explore is the power of the mind and how we can harness it to create the happy life we desire.
The Three Pillars of Lasting Happiness
My life hasn’t always been ideal, but it has always been what I make of it. It wasn’t until I started prioritizing my health, relationships, and career in that order that I began to experience lasting happiness.
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Focusing on health makes you more resilient and able to adapt to change. When your body feels strong and energized, you’re better equipped to handle life’s challenges.
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I find joy and love by nurturing relationships like the sunshine and rain make things lush. Deep connections with others fill the soul in ways nothing else can.
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Pursuing a career aligned with my values and passions brings fulfillment and purpose. Fame and fortune are not what makes me happy—purpose does.
The Hard Truth About Happiness
Getting to this point wasn’t easy. I had to let go of things and people holding me back from my potential. I detoxed from anything addictive that drained my energy and joy, including self-sabotage. Changing my attitude and the people I engaged with made a world of difference in my self-worth. It was sometimes painful, but the benefits of finding my tribe and doing what I love outweighed the short-term satisfaction of superficial success.
I learned that happiness doesn’t grow on trees, but climbing a tree always makes me happy. It’s the little things in life that bring joy—and by doing meaningful things that help make the world a better place, I found a sense of purpose that transformed my life.
Five Practical Tips to Living a Happy Life
First and foremost, I believe that happiness is a choice. We have the power to choose our thoughts, beliefs, and actions; by doing so, we can create a life filled with joy and positivity.
Self-Love: The Foundation of Happiness
Self-love puts you on the fast track to finding true happiness and healing. Live from a pure state of self-love and you’ll get sustainable contentment because your inner feelings of abundance lead to beautiful relationships, financial freedom, and purpose-driven work. Your job is to release fearful perceptions and develop a loving outlook on life.
Focus on Gratitude
One of the key ways to cultivate happiness is to focus on gratitude. Instead of dwelling on what we don’t have, we shift our perspective to appreciate what we do have. Every day, I make a point to think of at least three things I am grateful for, which has made an enormous difference in my overall happiness and well-being.
Practice Self-Care
This can take many forms: taking a sauna, walking in Nature, enjoying an epsom salt oatmeal bath, or taking intentional breaths several times a day. By taking care of ourselves, we’re better equipped to handle life’s challenges and approach each day positively.
Surround Yourself with Positive Influences
Whether friends, family members, or mentors, having a support system makes all the difference. Spending time with people who uplift and encourage growth has profoundly impacted my happiness and success.
Help Others
When we give our time, resources, or support to someone in need, it creates a positive impact on their lives and boosts our well-being. Scientific studies show that acts of kindness release feel-good hormones like dopamine and oxytocin, leading to increased happiness and satisfaction.
Conclusion: Your Path to Lasting Happiness
I advise you to prioritize your health, relationships, and career in that order. Let go of the things and people that crush your joy and surround yourself with positivity. Find your tribe, pursue what you love, and find ways to make a difference. Redefine success and wealth by prioritizing lasting happiness, and above all, approach life with an attitude of gratitude.
Your Call to Action
This week, identify three things you’re grateful for and write them down daily. Make one deliberate choice to prioritize your health, nurture one relationship, or do something that aligns with your purpose. Share in the comments: What brings you the most happiness? Let’s inspire each other to create lives filled with joy!
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