Adventures in a New Land!
I was recently on a vacation with my husband to Southeast Asia, which is a new and different place than we’d ever visited before. We explored the regions of Singapore and Indonesia. It was a learning experience of different cultures as well as with very different climate conditions than we’re used to. When we left the Pacific Northwest, it was cool springtime weather here, and when we landed in Singapore, it was hot and humid! A bit of a shock to our bodies, to say the least! So, we were thrust into summertime weather immediately.…
Key Strategies to Shift Your Mindset Towards Positive Thinking
Ready to Think More Positively? If you were forced to choose one outcome over another, which of the following would you select: to be stressed out or to be joyful and happy? Silly question, eh? I’m betting you would choose to be happy. We strive for happiness because of the good feelings that happy, joyful experiences give us. Despite our best efforts, carving out or tuning into our happiness is sometimes tough. Life is often hectic, and it isn’t always fun. Getting ready to go to work may fill you with dread if you don’t…
Simple Exercises to Enhance Your Joy Every Day
Make Happiness a Daily Habit: Simple Tips for Joyful Living On February 2, 2022, CNN published a blog post titled “American Happiness Hits Record Lows.” It reported the results of a Gallup poll, which showed that only 4 out of every 10 adults were satisfied with their lives. More recent research shows similar findings in other countries as well. Time isn’t guaranteed to us, so doesn’t it make sense to spend as much time as you can happy rather than stressed out, frustrated, filled with self-doubt, and a poor self-image? The following tips or “exercises”…
Ready to Conquer those Obstacles to Your Joy?
Overcoming Obstacles to Joy In life, we all encounter obstacles that can hinder our ability to experience joy to the fullest. These challenges can take various forms, from personal setbacks to external circumstances. However, the journey toward lasting happiness often involves overcoming these obstacles, learning from them, and finding ways to rediscover and embrace the joy within us and our surroundings. Let’s delve into the strategies and mindset shifts that can help us triumph over the barriers to joy. 1 – Recognize Money Doesn’t Buy Happiness The idea that more money equals happiness is…
Elevate Your Happiness: 10 Tips to Cultivate More Happiness
Get ready to boost your mood! If you’ve been following me for a while, I’m sure you’ve noticed that I’ve been writing a lot about happiness in many of the previous Mind Matters enews and blogposts. It’s a topic I’m very passionate about and I want to continue to share more ways to support you in cultivating more happiness your life. 10 Tips to Cultivate More Happiness, aims to help you find your way to embracing more joy and happiness in your life. As I’ve written about before, happiness doesn’t have to mean you have…
Nurturing Your Inner Compass: A Personal Values Exercise
In the pursuit of happiness, understanding our personal values is paramount. These values, forged by our experiences and aspirations, serve as the cornerstone of our identity. They shape our decisions, guide our actions, and ultimately define the path we tread. To embark on this journey of self-discovery, here’s a reflective exercise that can help. First: Get some paper and a pen. Now, find a quiet space, free from distractions, and take a few moments to center yourself. Close your eyes. Take a few slow deep belly breaths, relaxing into this reflective time. Allow your mind…