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Week 16:
3 Ways to Feel
Happier Today
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Welcome and Announcements
Welcome to our 80 subscribers since last week.
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Week 16: 3 Ways to Feel
Happier Today
Dear Friend,
Is it one of those days? Someone's not pulling their weight at work, leaving you with a heavier
workload. Or you ran late again, and
started the day off on the wrong foot. Your spouse said something that rubbed you the wrong way or you got some
bad news. Or maybe nothing bad happened
- you just don't particularly feel happy. Whatever the case, improving your mood is something within your
control.
These three simple mood-boosters won't change your co-worker,
your spouse, or the fact that life simply isn't going your way right now, but
they will make you feel better while you're dealing with the stress:
1.
Write
your "three best things."
Identify the three best things that
happened to you in the last 48 hours. It
can be something really simple, like the fact that you found a parking space
close to the door at the post office, or the kiss your child gave you before
going to school this morning. Gratitude
immediately shifts your focus to the good things in your life. Even when things are going badly, there is
something you can find to be grateful for.
2. Reach out to someone who makes you laugh,
smile and feel great.
Laughter is merry medicine, the book of
Proverbs says. And it's true. Being around positive people, especially
those who know how to laugh and have fun, can be an instant pick-me-up. Who is that person for you? Stop by their desk. Call them up. Make dinner plans. Be intentional about spending time with
people who make you smile. And limit
your time with those who do the opposite.
3.
Know
what brings you joy and do it.
What brings you joy? Whatever it is, find a way to incorporate it
into your day today. In the midst of a
hectic schedule and back-to-back activities, it can be easy to squeeze out
those simple pleasures, but don't. Make
them non-negotiable, especially today.
Journaling Assignment:
Identify the three best things that happened to you in the last 48 hours. Write them down.
My challenge to you:
The next time you feel a little blue, reach out to someone who brings you joy!
Until next time ...
Warm wishes,
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Valorie Burton, a life coach and speaker, is the author of Listen to Your Life, Rich Minds, Rich Rewards, What's Really Holding You Back?, Why Not You? and her latest, How Did I Get So Busy? The 28-Day Plan to Free Your Time, Reclaim Your Schedule and Reconnect with What Matters Most. Subscribe to her FREE, inspirational e-newsletter at www.valorieburton.com.
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