When will you be happy? Do you think it will happen when you finish school, get a better job, make more money, get married, buy a new car or house, have kids, take a vacation, or retire? If you do, you will be very disappointed.
The world leads us to believe that we will be happy when we get something we want or when something happens. We have hopes and dreams of bigger and better things and we invest our time and money in anything and everything. Then comes the wonderful moment when our dream comes true and we are extremely happy, but until when? Happiness quickly fades and then we end up wanting something more. Why?
Happiness is not found in external sources, it comes from within. Research continues to show that rich and powerful people are often unhappy, but people who have little or nothing seem to be content with life. If we always put our happiness in something else, we will never be satisfied.
There are many things that will create happiness in our lives. Use the expression ‘I’ll be happy when’ and add these words:
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spreading love around
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Build good relationships with family and friends.
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positive thinking
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Be thankful
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Attend worship services
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taking care of our health
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be able to forgive
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Being generous with my time, talents and treasure
What can you do today to create some happiness in the lives of others? Don’t be surprised if you get some of that happiness back!