You Have More Control Than You Think You Do

You Have More Control Than You Think You Do

(HealthyResearch.com) – Achieving happiness seems to be the ultimate goal for most people. While it is something we all want more of, it may be challenging to achieve at times. What if we saw happiness as an integral part of our daily journey instead of a destination? Could bliss be a matter of mindset? We can exert self-control and obtain the joy we deserve. Explore ways we might gain more control of our emotions to enjoy greater happiness in the article below.

Write Down What You’re Grateful For

Happiness is a state of mind, and things like temptation, negative people and the pitfalls of daily life can wash it away. One way we might stay on track with happy thoughts is to write down what we’re grateful for every day. Grab a journal or create a personal blog post to begin. Here are a few prompts to get started:

  • Who has taught me about unconditional love?
  • What is one good thing that’s happened to me recently?
  • These are personality traits I have that I am most thankful for:
  • I am grateful for these things in my life:

For some of us, writing things down may control how we handle the rest of our day moving forward with happiness in mind.

The Power of Positive Thinking

Negative thoughts may creep in and wreak havoc on our psyches. They can destroy happiness and hold us back from moving forward. Try thinking positive thoughts instead.

Focus on the here and now and on those aspects that can be changed for the better. Positive affirmations and words of encouragement through a daily devotional may be encouraging. By controlling self-talk, we can more easily control our emotions.

Turn Failures Into Lessons

We all experience failures from time to time. It’s a part of life. How we handle those failures may determine how well we hang on to happiness. When something comes crashing down, take control by finding a positive lesson out of it.

For example: Even though you didn’t land the big promotion at your job, you have the opportunity to apply for a different position or to sharpen your skills to become a better candidate next time. We have the power to turn every disappointment into a positive through perspective. Who knows? Your next job offer might be significantly better in ways you can’t envision yet.

Give Back to Others

Many of us feel greater life satisfaction when we feel we are contributing to others in some way. Doing for others may provide a sense of purpose, fulfillment and happiness. It might be as simple as paying for someone’s coffee or volunteering for a fundraiser. No matter what you choose, pay it forward a little bit each day!

Happiness may be a mindset, but it’s also a matter of self-control to get it and maintain it. While stress and negativity are bound to creep up sometimes, remember to refocus on positive aspects in life. Just like nurturing our physical health, we need to boost our inner well being using positive self-imagery and self-talk, gratitude, and generosity.

~Here’s to Your Health & Safety!

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