{"id":1194031,"date":"2022-08-29T16:44:58","date_gmt":"2022-08-29T16:44:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/2022\/08\/29\/the-18-rules-of-happiness\/"},"modified":"2022-08-29T16:44:58","modified_gmt":"2022-08-29T16:44:58","slug":"the-18-rules-of-happiness","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/2022\/08\/29\/the-18-rules-of-happiness\/","title":{"rendered":"The 18 rules of HAPPINESS"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div id=\"\">\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(38, 38, 38);\">Hello wonderful readers, welcome back to my article page once again. Before you start reading, kindly press the\u00a0follow\u00a0button to follow me and get more updates and interesting articles to read everyday.<\/span><\/p>\n<p> Today\u2019s article is based on the rules one has to follow to find happiness.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<strong>The 18 rules of Happiness<\/strong> \u2013<\/p>\n<p>Rule #1 \u2013 Stop Feeling Sorry for Yourself!<\/p>\n<p>Self-pity is the very worst kind of emotion. It destroys everything around itself, and leaves you feeling powerless. Stop being the victim, stop feeling sorry for yourself \u2013 and be happy.<\/p>\n<p>Rule #2 \u2013 Be Grateful<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/2a10f165f30a4322b085311ce82574f0\"\/><\/p>\n<p>The world is so fast-paced that we\u2019re rarely grateful of its gifts. Think of all the things you\u2019re grateful for right now: family, health, home, everything. Spend time being grateful each day \u2013 and be happy.<\/p>\n<p>Rule #3 \u2013 Say Yes More<\/p>\n<p>We each say \u201cNo!\u201d way too often. Try saying \u201cYes!\u201d more to<\/p>\n<p>all of life\u2019s experiences. Don\u2019t fight the river\u2019s current. Say \u201cYes!\u201d more to emotions, situations, social invitations \u2013 and be happy.<\/p>\n<p>Rule #4 \u2013 Follow Your Bliss<\/p>\n<p>In life, we often find ourselves half-way up a ladder we don\u2019t want to climb, rather than at the bottom of one we do. What do you really want to be? Follow your own bliss \u2013 and be happy.<\/p>\n<p>Rule #5 \u2013 Learn to Let Go<\/p>\n<p>Emotions often hold us back from true happiness and freedom. Remember, you are not your emotions. Let go of unwanted emotions by asking yourself \u201cCan I let this go?\u201d Do it \u2013 and be happy.<\/p>\n<p>Rule #6 \u2013 Do Random Acts of Kindness<\/p>\n<p>Being kind is double-edged. It makes you feel happier, and spreads that joy to someone else too. Do more Random Acts of Kindness every day \u2013 smile, hold open a door, pay for a coffee \u2013 and be happy.<\/p>\n<p>Rule #7 \u2013 Happiness Is Only Ever Now<\/p>\n<p>Most of us spend our time anywhere but in the present. We obsess about the past, or plan for the future. Now is the only time that really exists. Make the decision to be happy \u2013 now.<\/p>\n<p>Rule #8 \u2013 Experience, Don\u2019t Hoard!<\/p>\n<p>Research shows that material purchases only boost your happiness levels temporarily. Experiences bring more overall joy. Enjoy safari holidays, learn a language, join a dancing group \u2013 and be happy.<\/p>\n<p>Rule #9 \u2013 Appreciate Both Sides of the Coin<\/p>\n<p>How many times do we try to embrace happiness \u2013 and reject sadness? They\u2019re both sides of the same coin. You cannot have one without the other. Sadness is critical. Don\u2019t fight it \u2013 and be happy.<\/p>\n<p>Rule #10 \u2013 Be More Social<\/p>\n<p>Extensive research shows that the happiest and most successful people are those with large social networks. How many friends do you have? Be proactive, start making more \u2013 and become happier.<\/p>\n<p>Rule #11 \u2013 Love More!<\/p>\n<p>The more you love, the happier you are. Try giving everyone and everything around you a little more love. Friends, family, nature, even enemies: open your heart, give them love \u2013 and be happy.<\/p>\n<p>Rule #12 \u2013 Have a Dream<\/p>\n<p>Dreams are the spark plugs of the spirit. They give each day excitement and enable you to move forward. What are your dreams? Think about it, write them down. Then do them \u2013 and be happy.<\/p>\n<p>Rule #13 \u2013 Intention Sets Direction<\/p>\n<p>The outcome you expect is usually the one you receive. If you don\u2019t know where you\u2019re going, any road will take you there. So, set a great intention in everything you do \u2013 and be happy.<\/p>\n<p>Rule #14 \u2013 Enjoy Simple Pleasures<\/p>\n<p>Real happiness can be found in simple pleasures and rituals. From a daily walk in nearby countryside to a glass of wine after work. Indulge in these, setup your own little rituals \u2013 and be happy.<\/p>\n<p>Rule #15 \u2013 Accept What Is<\/p>\n<p>Many of us spend time resisting what is. We fight against our own emotions, building up anger and resentment. Accept what is right now. Change it if you can. But accept it first \u2013 and be happy.<\/p>\n<p>Rule #16 \u2013 Exercise and Eat Well<\/p>\n<p>You are as happy as your lifestyle! For optimum happiness, try walking for 40 minutes a day. Take Omega 3 supplements, and eat more fish, nuts, turkey, cottage cheese. Enjoy \u2013 and be happy.<\/p>\n<p>Rule #17 \u2013 Zoom Out and Don\u2019t Sweat<\/p>\n<p>We often get a fresh perspective on life after we lose a family member, or survive an illness. Don\u2019t wait for life to remind you. Zoom out and remember your real priorities now \u2013 and be happy.<\/p>\n<p>Rule #18 \u2013 Laugh, Dance, Smile!<\/p>\n<p>Take time to laugh at the craziness of life! Splash out and enjoy to the max. Surround yourself with happiness \u2013 wonderful music, dance classes, evenings with friends. Smile \u2013 and be happy!<\/p>\n<p>Content created and supplied by: Mikivelly (via  Opera<br \/>\nNews )<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\n<span class=\"content\">    ,  .   ,     .       () , , , , , , , , .      \/ ,  and\/or  .     ,  , and\/or  ,      and\/or     <\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"see-more\"><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hello wonderful readers, welcome back to my article page once again. Before you start reading, kindly press the\u00a0follow\u00a0button to follow me and get more updates and interesting articles to read everyday. 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