Happiness is a Choice?
If you are not a happy person that is a choice you are making. You have full control over your life and the decisions that you make. There are many factors which people measure happiness. Some people think money is happiness however they may absolutely miserable with what they do on a daily basis to make their money. 
You might look at people who have absolutely everything and you strive to be like them. These things may be wealth, possessions, status, or even the position you hold at work. None of these things create happiness. Happiness is a choice. There are many people who have wealth and a high status who are completely miserable. They may be lonely, divorced and more. Happiness comes from within. These people may be working jobs they absolutely hate but just have a knack for making money.
There are things in life that can make you happy that are subjective. They are subjective because happiness comes differently for everyone. You might find joy and happiness seeking thrills through rides like roller coasters and bungee jumping. This thrill may be more than torture for someone with a fear of heights who would never step foot on a roller coaster or ever be brave enough to jump from a bridge suspended by a bungee cord. Everyone seeks happiness in their own way. What makes you happy is a natural high that you deserve to seek. There is nothing wrong with the things that you find joy in. You may be told you are crazy but that is because of the subjectivity. 
It is true some people are just naturally happy. This is proven through a genetic disposition. This doesn’t mean that you were born to be miserable if you are anything other than a happy person. Your happiness is influenced by your genetics but it is not fixed as a determining factor. 
If you are not a naturally happy person you can change the way you think and feel so that you are. The key is to change the way your brain thinks and the things you do. You can learn to do things on a daily basis to raise your happiness level which will help you learn to smile more and be a happier person.
Sleep
Sleep is a big factor if you want to be a happy person. Sleep is needed for the body to be able to function properly. I know that when I don’t get enough sleep, I am moody, I can’t think clearly…I am just plain irritable. Lack of sleep can cause problems with your health, also. Ensuring total well being requires a good night sleep.
If you are not sleeping well… you need to fix this. You might need to change your daily schedule so you can get to bed earlier. You also might need to encourage other people in your household to help you a little bit more if you are working too hard. To ensure happiness you need to get a good night of sleep.
Exercise
Exercise is very good for the body, endorphins are released by the brain & they are partially responsible for making you happy. Exercise is important for total health. This doesn’t mean that you have to be on a wicked daily exercise routine. You can get an amazing exercise by just cleaning the house and doing normal household chores. I’m not talking strenuous exercise, this isn’t about losing weight…it’s about creating happiness.
Meditation
Practicing meditation doesn’t mean you belong to a cult or you are doing anything religiously wrong. Many people associate meditation with Buddhism and think it is somehow wrong. They are missing out on something extremely important which could be exactly what they need to balance out their days.
Meditation is one of the most effective ways to change your subjective well being. Doctors have proven that meditation generates brain activity on the left side, which produces a positive emotion in the body.
AND…SMILE, SMILE, SMILE!!!
Syed Akram says:
Live to your spiritual potential, or experience the pain and anguish of the souls experience as it remembers the phsyical experience of being human.The body, mind, and emotions experience the manifestation of the reality you create.
Karen Kalata says:
Hi Joann,
I read a blog post out there in the IM world that was just about this very same thing. It was about finding our niche in life and letting that be our inspiration. And how different people start online business for different reason – and creating their own happiness was one of them.
I think the little things that inspire us do bring happiness and joy, and that’s something that pushes us forward in life.
Great post and hope to from you soon,
Karen
Rob Canyon says:
Joann,
I have to tell you… You have to be one of the students with the greatest attitude in the Alex Jeffreys coaching program.
It’s such a pleasure always reading your posts.
I’ve been fortunate to travel the world many times over, and in reading your article I wondered what has molded my positive attitude over the last few years.
Then I remembered, a humanitarian mission I took to Honduras with an international relief organization.
It was one of the greatest opportunities that has ever come my way.
We are some very lucky people in the world, I have to say.
Talk soon,
Rob
Rob Canyon´s last blog ..How I Made it To The Top of Google With My YouTube Video… in Only 4 Days.
Joann says:
HI Syed,
Thanks for stopping by! You are so right…we determine our future based on how we experience the NOW. That concept can be hard to swallow for some people-I had a hard time realizing that the situations that I found myself in, were solely my doing!
I wish you the very best, Syed-take care,
Joann
Joann says:
Hey Karen,
Thanks for coming back to visit-it’s always a pleasure! By thinking that our life just randomly floats along, we are limiting ourselves so much. We are the only ones to blame if our life isn’t what we would like for it to be. People need to realize that the vibes that we give off…bring back more of the same!
I truly wish you the very best, Karen-take care of yourself!
Joann
Joann says:
Hi Rob,
Thank you for the very sweet comment-I really appreciate it! Wow, I can see that the humanitarian mission would be a huge eye opener for someone who may have become somewhat complacent in their life. Seeing, or UNDERSTANDING just how fortunate we are can ONLY put you in a positive frame of mind. Too many times, people dwell on what they do NOT have, instead of being grateful for what they DO have. I know that I throw myself a pity party from time to time, problem is…I am the only attendee!
Rob, I truly wish you the very best-you deserve it!
Joann
Brad says:
For me, happiness is a daily struggle. One little hitch in the road, and i have to fight, so that it doesn’t drag the rest of my day down. lol
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Joann says:
Hey Brad,
I hear you-some days are truly a struggle to keep things from spiraling out of control, while some are easier to deal with. Notice, I didn’t easy-just EASIER! Keep plugging on, Brad-we’ll get there!
Take care-I wish you the very best!
Joann