Tag #ChooseJoy

HAPPINESS HAPPENS MONTH

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Once upon a time, a real group called the Secret Society of Happy People decided to dedicate a day to the pursuit of happiness. Members of the society wanted to let happy feelings linger inside them every day. In 2000, the Secret Society of Happy People expanded the celebration to Happiness Happens Month in August.

Power of Positive Thinking Hardcover – April 1, 2012 by Norman Vincent Peale  (Author)
Power of Positive Thinking

by Norman Vincent Peale  (Author)

Happiness is a choice. Remembering happiness does not mean you are problem free. That kind of life doesn’t exist. As the Stoics of Ancient Greece observed, happiness is all about the quality of your thoughts. Happiness is not a destination, but rather a life-long pursuit. Joy can be anywhere at any time. Don’t limit yourself to searching for pleasure. Enjoy everything and anything that makes you happy. Oprah Winfrey said it wasn’t until she learned to be happy that good things started happening to her.

Man's Search for Meaning Kindle Edition by Viktor E. Frankl  (Author), Harold S. Kushner (Foreword), & 1
Man’s Search for Meaning Kindle Edition

by Viktor E. Frankl  (Author), Harold S. Kushner (Foreword)

“Folks are usually about as happy as they make their minds up to be.”
― Abraham Lincoln

Need to get happy? Try out this playlist to lighten your day!

If you struggle with finding happiness, you can learn to be happy. There is plenty of helpful advice available to guide you in the right direction. Reading self-help material is an excellent place to start. Here are a few published works you might want to read to help you in your pursuit of happiness:

Meditations: The Philosophy Classic (Capstone Classics) 1st Edition by Marcus Aurelius (Author), & 2 more
Meditations: The Philosophy Classic

by Marcus Aurelius (Author), & 2 more

Most of the best “how to be happy” books and videos boil down to variations of the Ancient Greek philosophy of stoicism (not to be confused with the modern use of the word). The essence of stoicism is this: no matter what is wrong with the world in general, and your life in particular, you can choose to be happy if you learn how.

“Everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of human freedoms – to choose one’s attitude in any set of circumstances, to choose one’s way.”
-Viktor Frankl

HISTORY
The Secret Society of Happy People started celebrating happiness with “Admit You’re Happy Day,” on August 8, 1999.

HOW TO OBSERVE
Notice more happy moments and share them with others. Use #HappinessHappensMonth on social media.

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NATIONAL UPSY DAISY DAY

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Each year on June 8, National Upsy Daisy Day is set aside to encourage you to face the day positively and to get up ‘gloriously, gratefully and gleefully’ each morning.

Good Days Start With Gratitude: A 52 Week Guide To Cultivate An Attitude Of Gratitude: Gratitude Journal Spiral-bound – September 16, 2017 by Pretty Simple Press (Author)
Good Days Start With Gratitude: A 52 Week Guide To Cultivate An Attitude Of Gratitude: Gratitude Journal Spiral-bound

by Pretty Simple Press (Author)

Every day is a gift and if we remember that as we rise each morning, it will help us carry a good attitude throughout the day, whatever the day may bring us.  Life is full of challenges and bumps in the road, and it is our attitude that helps us over the bumps and through the challenges to move onward with a smile.

Folgers Breakfast Blend Mild Roast Ground Coffee, 21.6 Ounces (Pack of 3) by Folgers
Folgers Breakfast Blend Mild Roast Ground Coffee, 21.6 Ounces (Pack of 3)

by Folgers
Kick start your day with this positive playlist.
Kick Start Your Day with this Positive Playlist

Give it a try.  Be grateful and thankful for what you do have such as a bed to sleep in, food to eat, friends and family. Try a smile and see how it feels.  It may surprise you that it feels good on the inside also and how other people will smile back.  You may just brighten up their day!  Upsy Daisy!

Ice Shaker 20oz Stainless Steel Skinny Tumbler with Lid and Straw (Navy Floral) | Gronk Shaker by Ice Shaker
Hot or cold my favorite cup ever! Ice Shaker 20oz Stainless Steel Skinny Tumbler with Lid and Straw (Navy Floral)

by Ice Shaker

HISTORY

National Upsy Daisy Day was created by Stephanie West Allen is 2003.  Her desire in creating National Upsy Daisy Day was to make humor, laughter and a positive attitude part of the Upsy Daisy Day way.

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HOW TO OBSERVE

Use #UpsyDaisyDay to post on social media.

Good Morning: 365 Positive Ways to Start Your Day (Find More Joy, Happiness, and Inspiration with Positive Thinking)#UpsyDaisyDay
Good Morning: 365 Positive Ways to Start Your Day (Find More Joy, Happiness, and Inspiration with Positive Thinking)
Carnation Breakfast Essentials Powder Drink Mix, Rich Milk Chocolate#UpsyDaisyDay
Carnation Breakfast Essentials Powder Drink Mix, Rich Milk Chocolate
Glucerna Nutritional Shake, Diabetic Drink to Support Blood Sugar Management,#UpsyDaisyDay
Glucerna Nutritional Shake, Diabetic Drink to Support Blood Sugar Management,
Sparkling Ice +Caffeine Variety Pack, Flavored Sparkling Water, Zero Sugar, with Vitamins and Antioxidants, 16 fl oz, 12 count (Citrus Twist, Black Raspberry, Blue Raspberry, Strawberry Citrus)#UpsyDaisyDay
Sparkling Ice +Caffeine Variety Pack, Flavored Sparkling Water, Zero Sugar, with Vitamins and Antioxidants, 16 fl oz, 12 count (Citrus Twist, Black Raspberry, Blue Raspberry, Strawberry Citrus)

WORLD LAUGHTER DAY

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Every year on the first Sunday in May, World Laughter Day raises awareness of laughter and the many healing benefits it provides. Another goal of the day is to manifest World Peace and build a global consciousness through laughter.

You have probably heard the saying, “laughter is the best medicine.” Even psychologists and medical doctors say there is truth to this statement. That’s because there is evidence that laughter can do so many wonderful things.

Here are just some of the many benefits of laughter:

  • Helps to reduce pain and allows people to tolerate discomfort
  • Reduces blood sugar levels and increases glucose tolerance
  • Improves job performance
  • Makes marriages and intimate relationships healthier
  • Synchronizes the brain of speakers and listeners
  • Restores a positive emotional climate between two people
  • Helps blood vessels function better, which is good for the heart and brain
  • Relieves stress and helps the body to relax

Additionally, laughter boosts the immune system and triggers the release of endorphins which promotes an overall sense of well-being. One more amazing benefit of laughter is that it burns calories! If you laugh for 10 to 15 minutes a day, you will burn about 40 calories.

WORLD LAUGHTER DAY HISTORY

Dr. Madan Kataria, the founder of the Laughter Yoga movement, established World Laughter Day. The first event was held in Mumbai, India on May 10, 1998. Dr. Kataria is a family doctor in India. He started the Laughter Yoga movement based on the idea that facial expressions have an effect on emotions. Currently, there are about 5,000 Laughter Yoga clubs throughout the world.

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HOW TO OBSERVE #WorldLaughterDay

It’s easy and fun to participate in this day. All you need to do is have a good laugh. If you’re feeling sad or depressed, pop in a funny movie like Best in Show, Big, Clueless, Dumb and Dumber, Office Space, or Wayne’s World. You might also want to listen to funny comedians like Jerry Seinfeld, Chris Rock, Amy Schumer, or Ellen DeGeneres. Here are some other ways to celebrate the day:

  • Tell someone a funny joke
  • Look up inspirational quotes about laughter
  • Post a funny picture to social media
  • Read a funny book

No matter how you choose to celebrate the day, be sure to share #WorldLaughterDay on social media.

DATES:
3 May 2026
2 May 2027
7 May 2028
6 May 2029
5 May 2030

Expressions of Gratitude

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The definition of gratitude is being glad that something has or hasn’t happened; that something or someone exists; experiencing thanks. I started practicing gratitude about more than 15 years ago.  I have refocused on it after suffering a burst aneurysm in 2013. 

Being thankful on a regular basis improves our relationships, sleep, general well-being, and health.  Science has shown that there are many benefits to being grateful, and these are just a few.  Despite being a very simple exercise, when performed on a daily basis, it can have profoundly transformative results.  The habit of identifying things for which we are grateful each day creates new neuropathways in the brain, the more we practice being grateful (or, for that matter, anything we focus on).  For the brain, this process—known as neuroplasticity—is comparable to physical exercise.

Eventually, being grateful becomes a habit, which leads to a more optimistic perspective in general, especially during difficult situations.  We can be thankful for every moment as a chance to develop, learn, and discover a new way of being in the world, but we cannot be thankful for horrible things like this pandemic.  This is resilience.

Observe the abundance of creativity, ingenuity, and kindness all around you.  We are pushing ourselves to discover new ways to thrive rather than just survive.  The question, “What do I actually need?” is becoming more and more common.  What is most crucial?  We’re talking to loved ones about our deepest emotions and recognizing what matters most in life.

For 30 days, I want you to locate at least one item for which you are thankful every day.  A new habit takes around 30 days to form.  Don’t worry if you skip a day; just keep going.  As you write it down, acknowledge and experience the emotions it evokes in your heart.  Although you can do this at any time, it helps you sleep if you recall these things before bed.  Join me if you want to express your gratitude. Share to Social media using #Jen’sPerspectiveGratitudeChallenge .

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POSITIVE ATTITUDE MONTH

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POSITIVE ATTITUDE MONTH | October

Positive Attitude Month is an annual designation observed in October. A positive attitude is the best trait you can carry with you, because it makes any difficult or frustrating situation a lot easier to deal with. If you look at most scenarios as “glass half empty,” now is the time to change that! Looking at things with a “glass half full” perspective is a small thought process that makes a big difference. 

6 Lasting Benefits of a Positive Attitude

  1. Longer life span because of overall lower stress levels
  2. Lower chance of depression
  3. More resistance to sicknesses like the common cold
  4. Increased physical and mental well being
  5. Less risk of death from cardiovascular disease
  6. More developed coping skills during challenges.

Finally, your positive energy will result in more overall motivation, more friends, and many more happy memories. Of course, life can be extremely challenging. In our work and personal lives, speed bumps will always present themselves… there’s really nothing we can do about it. So, why not try to make the best of every situation we are thrown into?

5 POSITIVE THINKING IDEAS

Think positively. Expect great things.  Challenge yourself to be so strong that nothing can disturb your peace of mind. If you struggle to keep a good attitude, here are a few steps you can take to move past that.

  1. Write it down. List the negative things in your life… the things that really upset you and cause you to lose your cool. Seeing them on paper can help you recognize and address them when they happens in real life. Cross them off when you are able to overcome them.
  2. Let go of expectations. Sometimes, negativity begins with unrealistic expectations of yourself or others. Understand that nobody is perfect… and the imperfections add character! They make life real and interesting. If you can learn to work with that, you, and those around you will be much happier.
  3. Forgive yourself and others. Do not dwell on past mistakes. You are only hurting yourself if you do so.
  4. Respond, don’t react. Change can be difficult to manage, but if you take a breath and give yourself some time to think, you’ll find the clarity you need to respond in a positive manner.
  5. Surround yourself with positive people. Yeah yeah, we know, you hear it all the time… But if you can do that, you’ll start to see how happy & successful people think, and you’ll likely start to think the same way.

Use #PositiveAttitude to post on social media.

The Power of Positive Thinking: 10 Traits for Maximum Results#PositiveAttitude
The Power of Positive Thinking: 10 Traits for Maximum Results
Attitude Is Everything: Change Your Attitude... Change Your Life!#PositiveAttitude
Attitude Is Everything: Change Your Attitude… Change Your Life!
Monthly To Do List | Positive Attitude Positive Results#PositiveAttitude
Monthly To Do List | Positive Attitude Positive Results
Chicken Soup for the Soul: Think Positive: 101 Inspirational Stories about Counting Your Blessings and Having a Positive Attitude #PositiveAttitude
Chicken Soup for the Soul: Think Positive: 101 Inspirational Stories about Counting Your Blessings and Having a Positive Attitude