Sunday Chat: 4 Tips to Happiness

I am not talking about depression or imbalance where you may need help or medication.

I truly believe that stuff does not make you happy...it is about your attitude/outlook. I hope that these 4 tips help everyone to be happy.

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[kindred]

I find joy whenever I buy something for my sisters. I love to talk to strangers and say hello....Love to go to the park and jog and share great conversations with older folks. I like to pay for tolls for the people behind me...

[leahhitz]

I didn't know weather to cry or just smile so big! ( this is anoughter video I will be sharing with my lady's group at church!) I will start sharing every day with my husband and my children 5 things that I have appreciated threw out the day. my favorite quote is " You are the only one that can truly make your self happy* Thank you Elle truly THANK YOU!    

[LauraRaeBeauty]

Hi Elle...my favorite key to happiness is "giving". I have always been happiest when I take the focus off of myself and pay attention to others that want help. Yesterday, my daughter and I were in Sally's picking up a couple of things. A lady about my age walked up and said how she was sorry to bother us but she needed some help picking out makeup for a "friend" since she never wears any. After a moment she said, "OK the friend is me and I am going to a party and have no clue what to do!" My daughter and I had so much fun picking out makeup for her. She was so appreciative and we felt so blessed to help her. It's those opportunities that I always look forward to and bring me such happiness. Much love...Laura

[kimberlykristin]

I keep a gratitude journal, and it definitely affects my mindset because, like you said, it gets you into the habit of focusing on the good--big and small. 

Also, what you said about the relationship between material wealth and happiness is supported by research. People whose income increases or who suddenly come into wealth (lottery winners) are happier for a short amount of time, and then they return to their set point. If they were happy before, they continue to be; if they were miserable before, they return to that state. The exception is people who weren't able to pay for their basic needs and then get to subsistence level. Their overall happiness level does rise. Also, research shows that spending money on experiences, like dinner out or travel, generally makes people happier than spending on things, because experiences create memories that can be relived.

[HoneybeePhilosophy]

Couldn't agree more, make that choice to be positive and happy! Love your happy necklace too.xoMelissa

[MaryEllenAfter]

Love this!!!  Merry Christmas, many blessings, prayers, peace, love, and

[Lu.G.]

Another wonderful video, Elle! I completely agree that happiness is a choice. It's not always the *easy* choice, but it's there. You are so right about doing things for others/paying it forward. Along those same lines, I also think that if you do things that feed your soul, it can really help, too. I'm not talking about anything Earth-shattering...light a candle, take a walk, listen to music...  Thank you for everything that you do. ♥

[Shelley]

Beautiful, Elle.  Totally agree that gratitude is a game changer.  My husband and I are also big believers in what we call "reframing". Taking something that's a negative and finding a way to be able to see a positive somewhere in it.  Also, simplifying our lives.  A huge one for us in these stressful times.   Also, compassion for everyone, even those we feel negative towards.  That one can be tough, but even trying to find compassion and seeing the humanity in everyone is a soul changer.  Lastly, but maybe the most important of all is taking care of ourselves, and learning to love ourselves at the deepest level.  It can often feel selfish, but turns out it's the absolute best thing you can do for everyone around you.  Happy Holidays to you, Elle, and to everyone!

[justwantbhappy]

Being happy is something that I am always working on. I have so much to be grateful for. You are right, material things only make me happy for a short while than I go back to normal. I think happiness also comes from being happy with yourself.
I love that HAPPY necklace Elle, so pretty on you. :)

[lindaroberts]

Thank you for again giving us a positive outlook. Your videos are always my "happy"! 

[NCGirlify]

I'm writing this down, and I'm going to do each of these.  Thank you Elle!

[LivingAsVicki]

Wise, wise, words!!!  Great video, and so true, especially the "give" part.  Giving, in any of your examples, is what makes me the happiest of anything else!!!  Thank you, Elle!!!

[lesliethiel]

So so so true. I would add, go for a walk. Not only getting outside to see nature and breath, but you may run into someone that you can give a smile to. Like you said....giving truly does bring happiness, even if only for a moment. You could totally be making someone's day by just smiling with a geniune smile and saying hi. Hugs, Elle. I hope you and hubby had a fantastic new year celebration and praying the rest of the year is fruitful in all your adventures. <3

[thekristenkchannel]

Love the idea of writing down things I'm grateful for. All the tips are very helpful too. Thank you Elle. I think for me rejoicing in the moment, when I'm happy or enjoying myself to recognize it and share it with others. Often times I look over at john and tell him "this is wonderful"- if we've had a nice dinner or just even sitting next to each other on the couch.

[frana]

Great video Elle.  I believe happiness is a choice.  My mother often said we can be happy in a terrible situation or miserable in a great situation.  Its up to us.

[chestnut]

Happy to me is being around friends, my nieces and husband. Also getting out, experiencing life!!

[yvetteastley]

Another great video Elle. Thank you again.

[elledfwjoly]

Elle : I LOVE your Sunday chats and your thoughts are always spot on !!! Thank you ! PS: I am a naturally "happy" person .... But life is getting me down .... My husband always says "we only have so many "worry molecules" - don't waste them on silly things we can't do anything Makes me laugh! XO

[nytdollface]

Absolutely lovely tips! Thank you ever so much for sharing Elle!

[sherryg]

"Anticipate" has been helping me lately, so thanks again for that video. I've always been nervous of seeing family from out of state, due to my own fears of rejection and insecurities. But I've been focusing on anticipating seeing them this Christmas, and I've been very happy about it and looking forward to it. Giving also makes me happy, but when I give willingly. If I'm forced to give out of obligation, then it doesn't make me happy. So true that things don't make you happy. I've been learning that connecting to others, and spending time with people I care about, makes me happy. Also, successfully completing a goal brings happiness and fulfillment. Thanks for the tip on the five things. I will remember to do that, especially during stressful times.