Every morning I write a paragraph of all of things that I am grateful for, and for the feeling of having everything that I want.  I have been doing this for about a year.  Slowly I noticed that I have made some changes, and that I do have the life now that I want.  I [...]

The art of being happy lies in the power of extracting happiness from common things.
–Henry Ward Beecher

Last night I finished Eric Weiners book – The Geography of Bliss, One Grump’s Search for the Happiest Places in the World. I have to say that I know longer feel the need to travel to the happiest [...]

The traditional Thanksgiving Day has come and gone, but it made me think, shouldn’t we celebrate it every day? Studies have shown that people who are grateful have higher levels of well-being. They tend to be happier, more satisfied, develop self acceptance, and purpose in their lives.  They sleep better, and cope better, with positive [...]