Today I read two different articles; both on how to get happy.  Is it just me?  Am I the only one struggling with the grumpies lately or perhaps it is an epidemic.  Regardless of whether this was divinely targeted to me or not, the information is worth sharing.  Here are my favorite tips.

• Smile-you can always fake it until you make it
• Take a break-sometimes you need a nap, other times a brisk walk
• Do things differently-don’t get stuck in a rut
• Rid yourself of a nagging task-marking something off of your to do list feels great
• Learn something new-research a topic that interests you and commit to 20-30 minutes a day learning about it
• Delegate (a tough one for me!)-being controlling is bad for your physical and mental health
• Have fun-Life is too short not to enjoy it.
  photo credit: Leo Reynolds