Life isn't meant to be happy all the time. But if you work on it just a little, you'll tip the scales in your own favor. This episode talks about how happiness comes from our thoughts-- not from external circumstances. And since we can control our thoughts, we can access more happiness in our lives in simple ways. This isn't about chasing away negative thoughts or chasing after positive ones-- it's about ending the chase altogether. Books referred to in this episode: 

The Happiness Advantage: How a Positive Brain Fuels Success in Work and Life by Shawn Achor 

Hardwiring Happiness: The New Brain Science of Contentment, Calm, and Confidence by Rick Hanson. 


Episode #8 Thoughts on Happiness

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Give yourself some credit, you've had quite a year

The world is filled with chaos, still, you can create a haven of peace, joy and love.

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You Run This Show. Pay Attention.

you know this-- the journey is more important than the destination. If you want to live a life you love, fall in love with the process.

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Fall in Love With the Process

Too often fitness and health is associated with restriction, punishment and fear. Truly taking care of yourself means deciding you are worth the time, effort and energy. It means bringing more joy into your life.

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Take Care of Yourself

Our society worships youth, but we're all getting older.  Don't listen to the naysayers--  we have so much happiness ahead of us.

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Episode #8 Thoughts on Happiness

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