Nerdy Millennial

Top Menu

  • About
  • Contact
  • Write For Us

Main Menu

  • Career
    • Entrepreneurship
    • Blogging
      • Social Media
      • SEO and Keyword Research
  • College
  • Arts & Culture
  • Technology
  • Health and Fitness
    • Nutrition
    • Recipes
      • Baked Goods
      • Breakfast
      • Condiments
      • Dessert
      • Fermented Foods
      • Main Dishes
      • Side Dishes
      • Snacks
      • Soup
    • Keto
    • Vegan
  • Relationships
    • Dating
    • Friendship
    • Parenting
    • Pregnancy & Birth
  • About
  • Contact
  • Write For Us

Nerdy Millennial

Nerdy Millennial

  • Career
    • Entrepreneurship
    • Blogging
      • Social Media
      • SEO and Keyword Research
  • College
  • Arts & Culture
  • Technology
  • Health and Fitness
    • Nutrition
    • Recipes
      • Baked Goods
      • Breakfast
      • Condiments
      • Dessert
      • Fermented Foods
      • Main Dishes
      • Side Dishes
      • Snacks
      • Soup
    • Keto
    • Vegan
  • Relationships
    • Dating
    • Friendship
    • Parenting
    • Pregnancy & Birth
Health and Fitness
Home›Health and Fitness›5 Simple Ways to Be Happy

5 Simple Ways to Be Happy

By Contributing Author
December 27, 2014
1402
1

Have you ever paused to ask this one simply but seemingly important question: what creates happiness in our lives? It’s an interesting question to think upon, as is this—have you ever noticed how much happier children are as compared to adults?

As we grow up we seem to lose that innate ability for joy in favour of being serious and having “grown-up” problems (and especially at this time of year we can feel like we are turning into the Christmas Grinch!). Have we really lost it? Or have we perhaps just got lost in misidentifying what actually creates happiness?

“Happiness is the natural state you choose when you are not choosing against you.”

My friend and business partner, Gary Douglas, realized many years ago that when you judge yourself and when you do not see that you are actually a gift on this earth, you are actually choosing against the possibility of happiness.

“If you could see how amazing you are as a being, as a person, and as a contribution in life, then you would have no excuse for being unhappy.” – Gary Douglas

Have you noticed that when you are not judging yourself or anything or anyone around you, you feel lighter and happier? What if letting go of judgment, and choosing happiness was a simple moment-by-moment decision that you can make?

I can hear some of you asking: If happiness is just a choice—if it’s just as simple as “I choose to be happy now,” why is it I so often feel unhappy or unsatisfied?

Well, here’s the weird thing: on this planet and in society we seem to be validated more for being unhappy than happy. When you are sad or upset, many people will come alongside of you to ask, “what’s wrong? Are you ok?” Sometimes, that’s the only time we are ever given any attention, or receive that somebody even cares about us! When we ARE happy, people will ask what drug we’re on, or “Why are you so happy?” as if we need some reason or justification for not being miserable, sad or whiney.

Another weird thing is that 98% of your thoughts, feelings and emotions don’t actually belong to you! Did you know that? It’s true! We all tend to pick up and carry thoughts, feelings and emotions from the people around us. This may sound a little odd, but have you ever walked into a room and instantly known the mood of the person or people in there? Sometimes you can even sense it before you’ve made eye contact with anyone, or before they turn to you and speak a word. It’s the same thing, except you are receiving information from everywhere, all of the time, from lots of people numerous times a day and not even realizing it!

5 Simple Ways to Be Happy

With this in mind, there are a few really simple tools I would like to invite you to play with to find your ‘happy place’ more easily. These tools have personally helped me dynamically in my life, and still do day-to-day!

Happiness Tool #1:

The moment you become aware that you’re not happy, ask yourself “Who does this belong to”? When you ask “Who does this belong to?” and it lightens up or alleviates, even just a little, then it’s not yours to own! Just return it to sender.

Happiness Tool #2:

When something goes wrong, ask yourself, “How does it get any better than this?” We often think if something “bad” or not so great happens, we’re stuck with it and we can’t change it. If you ask this question, you give up being stuck and open the door to finding out how it can change and get better.

Happiness Tool #3:

Let go of judgments of yourself and others. Most of us have judged ourselves non-stop for most of our lives. Judgment is the fastest way to kill happiness and kill possibilities. The next time you catch yourself going into judgment, see a big red STOP sign in front of you, and stop! Ask, “What other choice do I actually have available here?”

Happiness Tool #4:

“Where gratitude blooms, happiness ensues”. Take time to look at what you are grateful for in your life, and about you. Acknowledge that you are the one who created having these things in your life – maybe you are a little (or a lot) more brilliant than you think you are!

Happiness Tool #5:

Hang out with happy people! If you don’t know any happy people, ask, “What would it take for more happy people to show up in my life?” Then make a conscious effort to welcome these people into your life.

~

The really awesome thing about choosing to be happy, choosing gratitude and choosing to let go of judgment is it becomes an invitation for the people around you to choose it too! What if you choosing to be happy is the Christmas gift or New Year’s resolution that this world needs?

 

About the Author

An energy transformation virtuoso, author, international speaker and workshop facilitator, Dr. Dain Heer is best known for his unique energetic transformation process, called The Energetic Synthesis of Being. Dain is a Doctor of Chiropractic, born and raised in California, USA. He hosts a regular radio show entitled Conversations in Consciousness. He appears regularly on Dr. Pat and Voice of America and has been a guest on hundreds of nationally syndicated radio shows. He also has appeared on several TV shows including Fox News, Good Morning Shows in New Zealand, Australia and Canada and on Gaiam TV. Dain is the author of nine books on the topics of embodiment, healing, money and relationships. His latest book is, ‘Being You, Changing the World’.

Tagshappinesshappyhow to be happysimpleSimple Ways to Be Happy

1 comment

  1. Irish Carter1 January, 2015 at 17:19 Reply

    You have shared some great suggestions for happiness. So many times happiness is a choice and a way of thinking. I do think there are some situations where happiness is not about choice. For example, those who struggle with hormonal and chemical imbalances and suffer with depressive conditions. Thanks for sharing great tips. Stay happy. = )

    Irish

Leave a reply Cancel reply

Recipe Rating




Send Me Blog Updates!

You Might Also Like...

  • Tips For Maintaining A Waste-Free Kitchen
    Green LivingFeatured

    9 Tips For Maintaining A Waste-Free Kitchen

  • Becoming an Online Counselor: The Pros and Credentials Needed
    Mental HealthFeatured

    Becoming an Online Counselor: The Pros and Credentials Needed

  • 80 lb Keto Weightloss Before and After Photos
    KetoFeaturedNutrition

    How I Lost 80 lbs On The Keto Diet (And Why I Quit)

  • Why Music is Good for Your Soul
    Arts & CultureFeatured

    Why Music is Good for Your Soul

About Nerdy Millennial

Hello, I'm Vanessa

Creator and curator of Nerdy Millennial.

This blog all about millennials sharing their passion, ideas, and expertise about blogging, healthy living, self-improvement, education, parenting, and more!

Interested in contributing? Contact us to pitch your idea or submit an article.

Featured

Frugal LivingFeaturedFinancesParenting

The 7 Money-Saving Strategies Every Parent Needs to Know

No matter how “ready” you feel to become a parent, once it happens, you realize there is no amount of preparation to adequately brace you for the total life transformation ...
  • Becoming an Online Counselor: The Pros and Credentials Needed

    Becoming an Online Counselor: The Pros and Credentials Needed

    By Vanessa Pruitt
    August 13, 2020
  • 4 Steps to Finding the Best Counselor for You

    4 Steps to Finding the Best Counselor for You

    By Vanessa Pruitt
    August 13, 2020
  • Pros and Cons of Online Counseling

    The Pros and Cons of Online Counseling

    By Vanessa Pruitt
    August 13, 2020
  • What is the Difference between Full-Spectrum, Broad-Spectrum, and Isolate CBD

    By Contributing Author
    August 11, 2020
  • How Lack of Boundaries and Dishonored Feelings Affect Your Mental and Physical Health

    How Lack of Boundaries and Dishonored Feelings Affect Your Mental and Physical Health

    By Vanessa Pruitt
    July 24, 2020
  • The Importance of Practicing Gratefulness During Times of Uncertainty

    The Importance of Practicing Gratefulness During Times of Uncertainty

    By Vanessa Pruitt
    July 16, 2020
  • 6 Ways to Naturally Freshen Your Home

    6 Ways to Naturally Freshen Your Home

    By Vanessa Pruitt
    July 14, 2020
  • Ways to Filter Your Facebook Feed and Posts

    Ways to Filter Your Facebook Feed and Posts

    By Vanessa Pruitt
    July 13, 2020
  • Why visit Rome in December

    6 Reasons to Go to Rome in December

    By Vanessa Pruitt
    July 6, 2020

    Join Us on Facebook

    Latest Comments

    • Turn Your Love of Fitness Into a Career
      on
      November 26, 2020
      […] you might want to consider getting into some sport professionally, or even just on a ...

      9 Ways to Turn Your Fitness Into A Career

    • https://apnews.com/article/7799dc8a7083f61bb1c9f1f3dba8c30a
      on
      November 25, 2020
      Trackback [...]https://apnews.com/article/7799dc8a7083f61bb1c9f1f3dba8c30a

      Are Pre and Post Workout Supplements Worth It? 3 Questions to Ask Yourself

    • Dr. Oz Answers
      on
      July 23, 2020
      Trackback [...]Dr. Oz Answers

      Are Pre and Post Workout Supplements Worth It? 3 Questions to Ask Yourself

    • Some Careers That Challenge You Each Day - CareerAlley
      on
      June 9, 2020
      […] development might not be about saving lives but it’s certainly a career that challenges you ...

      How To Build On Your Career

    • 4 Surprising Benefits of Using Instagram for Your Business - Atelier Magazine
      on
      June 3, 2020
      […] More brands are combining Instagram approaches into their marketing strategies, and it leads to business ...

      A Guide to Creating Your Instagram Strategy

    Flickr

      • Home
      • About
      • Contact Us
      • Write For Us
      • Comment Policy
      • Privacy Policy
      • Terms of Use
      We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies.
      Cookie settingsACCEPT
      Manage consent

      Privacy Overview

      This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
      Necessary
      Always Enabled

      Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.

      Non-necessary

      Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website.