happiness
Happiness, defined; things that help you find happiness, keep it, and share it with others.
Growing Pains
I think we’ve all been a little terrified of growing up too fast. There is a mindless beauty to ignorance. Not knowing everything, asking questions, endless curiosity, all of what drives us towards the unknown with no fear of getting hurt. I miss that. Not thinking twice or second-guessing, just...going. But to our dismay, regardless of if we want it or not, we all grow old, we all learn the hard way.
By Raven Lawrence8 years ago in Motivation
3 No Cost Ways to Reward Yourself
I have a recurring daydream. I get up at the first tone of an alarm clock, leap out of bed, and into a quick shower. I do my hair and makeup, have a little coffee and toast, then dash off to work. Something perfectly repetitive, like an assembly line, so I can work and think of stories at the same time. Then, when my job is over, I go back to my little home, sit on a chair I picked out myself (and paid for with my own money). Then I do whatever I want with my evening. To me, this would be a luxury. No one could question me, because when you make your own money, you're free.
By Sarah Terra8 years ago in Motivation
Learning To Love Yourself
There are a lot of things in this world that are hard to swallow. Whether it be politics, natural disasters, or humanitarian issues we have a lot of bad around us. We also have an incredible amount of good that sometimes gets pushed to the side with the negative always weighing us down. One issue most people deal with on a daily basis is a lack of self-esteem. Even if you feel confident you still have those days where you don’t feel as pretty or as smart as you would like.
By Ashlyn Harper8 years ago in Motivation
Earth: The Lost Community
I used to say that it's the world around me, but now I can't hide it anymore. It's me, all me. I remember being young, happy, carefree. Lost in the wonder of the world and people in it. I miss that feeling; you know the one. Wanderlust, awe, or should I say awestruck at the world around us. Even the smallest creation was amazing: a ladybug landing on your arm, how we would watch with amazement then giggle when it tippy toed across our skin. Then we would watch it fly away, and we would wave.
By MoriaCavandish8 years ago in Motivation
Keys to Happiness
I’m really trying to be happy these days and I realized that it’s not always simple. I’m working really hard and I’m starting to learn ways to be happier. Sometimes, you have to learn to enjoy little things and the present. Your life needs to be full of positivity, balance, and joy, and here are some keys to happiness. (I am not a psychologist or anything but these are keys I use in my life and they work for me and I hope they’ll work for you as well.)
By Charlie Garcia8 years ago in Motivation
Masking Happiness
We live in a world surrounded by people. We crave people's attention, their touch, even their words. Our dependence on having other people fill the void of what's missing inside of us has taken over. No longer do people fill comfortable enough to be on their own.
By Catrin Donnelly8 years ago in Motivation
Stop and Smell the Roses
Nowadays, everyone is rushing from here to there, cell phones permanently attached to their hands, laptops and tablets not too far away, and everyone working and struggling to make the almighty dollar stretch as far as it can or in some cases, will go.
By Morganne Thayer8 years ago in Motivation
Are You Living Or Just Existing?
Are you living or simply existing? Is there a difference? If so, is it that big of a deal? Well, yes to both questions. We, as humans, have a bigger purpose than to pay bills and die. We are made for so much more. Our potential shouldn't be based on how much money we make, the type of vehicle we drive or where we vacation. Potential should be based on whether or not we fully lived our lives.
By Cedric Joubert8 years ago in Motivation
Tend to Your Heart, Water Your Happiness
Now that you're here, I want you to smile. Laugh even, if you'd like. Happiness is reactive. Once you simply think about being happy, reactors go off, and your whole mood, aura, and groove is thrown into this party of serotonin, dopamine, and endorphins. In this moment, I want you to realize that you have complete and absolute control of your happiness- regardless of the mishaps of today and yesterday. Life is hard, I know. And when you're continuously tripping over the weeds that grow beneath your feet, you succumb to the cyclical nature of pessimism. But, never underestimate the power of perseverance. The war against the wickedness that surrounds you is a far more pressing war to be fought than any another, and it is one you can thrive upon. You are a sphere of sunshine in the midst of decaying weeds.
By Samantha Fraga8 years ago in Motivation
Reflecting on Happiness
It’s a beautiful day in Des Moines. It’s not too hot, not too bright, just warm enough to wear a light dress with a light cardigan to cover my regrettably-tattooed shoulders. My roommate standing across the counter from me, is talking about unimportant stuff, cracking jokes… I sit, graciously receiving the humor and responding in kind, munching on peanut butter pita with a drizzle of honey and thoughtfully sipping on fresh mango lasse he had just made.
By Sophia-Helene Mees de Tricht8 years ago in Motivation
