Happiness is a fundamental human goal considering which the United Nations has designed the International Day of Happiness as a way to recognise the importance of happiness in the lives of people around the world. It is being observed on MARCH 20th since 2012.
This year's theme is - Be Mindful. Be Grateful. Be Kind
These qualities are definite to usher in the joyous feeling of being happy. Practice these and spread the happiness.
UN General Assembly calls for people to make more continuous progress and the small things that continue to make their lives better. Here are few suggestions made by them.
Share happiness with friends and family .
Taking the time to note and appreciate little things, will make you feel happier and more fulfilled in life.
Consider making this a daily habit, such as keeping a gratitude log.
Spend time with loved ones and try to repair any relationships that are going through a tough patch since good quality relationships are crucial to happiness.
Try a step-by-step program, where you meet with like-minded individuals on a daily basis to assist each other in taking action and living healthier lives.
You may also donate to or work with a charity that encourages good deeds of your choosing.
Social networking is another way to connect with others.
It's a particularly powerful tool on this day because it helps us to instantly share and spread our activities, as well as the joy they bring, all over the world.
Now read on these quotes, you will know the connection between happiness and the above said three qualities.
"To fall in love with yourself is the first secret to happiness.”
" Gratitude is a powerful catalyst for happiness."
" Being kind to others is a way of being good to yourself."
Being mindful can reduce stress levels, help us manage our emotions and reactions, tune in better to how we and others are feeling and cultivate compassion for ourselves and others. This helps us make wiser choices, can boost our relationships and mean we feel happier and calmer.
Gratitude is strongly and consistently associated with greater happiness. Gratitude helps people feel more positive emotions, relish good experiences, improve their health, deal with adversity, and build strong relationships.
Being kind boosts serotonin and dopamine, which are neurotransmitters in the brain that give you feelings of satisfaction and well-being, and cause the pleasure/reward centers in your brain to light up. Endorphins, which are your body's natural pain killer, also can be released.
With these details and tips you can unleash the happiness residing in you and spread the same around you. Happy Happiness Day.
Do share in comments the quote, reading which makes you feel happy.
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