Just found this interesting article about a very inspiring 104 year young woman! You go Dot!!!
Yet another plus of being happy, taking life as it comes, going with the flow, putting on a happy face...you can actually add YEARS to your life!
This is just one of many articles on this topic and again and again the results conclude: happy thoughts and an optimistic outlook = a longer, healthier life. It's another good reminder to not sweat the small stuff and keep things in perspective throughout each day.
Does it really, REALLY matter if you burnt the toast this morning? What about finding a stain on your favorite blouse that you were planning to wear today? Getting caught up in traffic on the way to work...the list in a given day can be endless. Small, annoying delays, set-backs etc. Negative energy that can slowly but surely change a good day into one that you just want to end.
When an annoyance or delay happens, deal with it as quickly as possible and move on. Put it behind you.
Speaking of traffic jams put the time to good use, not dwelling on frustration:
the list goes on and on...
Think about how lucky you really are to: have that toast to eat (personally, I like a bit of burn around the edges!), that special blouse that your best friend gave you that will still look great to wear again after a wash. And wow, having your own car and a job to go to and get paid for! Triple bonus! A lot of people who would be happy to have those and don't.
Choose happiness today.
Make it a better day for you and everyone in your life. Living a longer and healthier life is kind of a nice plus too, don't you agree?
PS: Mr. Cheddar has also been busy today. He has a new cat treat review (there's a dog- variety available too) you might enjoy. As the Ched says: Chiao for now!!!
Yet another plus of being happy, taking life as it comes, going with the flow, putting on a happy face...you can actually add YEARS to your life!
This is just one of many articles on this topic and again and again the results conclude: happy thoughts and an optimistic outlook = a longer, healthier life. It's another good reminder to not sweat the small stuff and keep things in perspective throughout each day.
Does it really, REALLY matter if you burnt the toast this morning? What about finding a stain on your favorite blouse that you were planning to wear today? Getting caught up in traffic on the way to work...the list in a given day can be endless. Small, annoying delays, set-backs etc. Negative energy that can slowly but surely change a good day into one that you just want to end.
When an annoyance or delay happens, deal with it as quickly as possible and move on. Put it behind you.
Speaking of traffic jams put the time to good use, not dwelling on frustration:
- Sing along with the radio.
- Take some slow, deep breaths.
- Think about a pleasant event coming up.
- Catch up with your knitting or a good book.
- Gaze at the sky and the scenery that usually flies by in a blur.
the list goes on and on...
Think about how lucky you really are to: have that toast to eat (personally, I like a bit of burn around the edges!), that special blouse that your best friend gave you that will still look great to wear again after a wash. And wow, having your own car and a job to go to and get paid for! Triple bonus! A lot of people who would be happy to have those and don't.
Choose happiness today.
Make it a better day for you and everyone in your life. Living a longer and healthier life is kind of a nice plus too, don't you agree?
PS: Mr. Cheddar has also been busy today. He has a new cat treat review (there's a dog- variety available too) you might enjoy. As the Ched says: Chiao for now!!!
