Chapter 6 - Take the "Un" out of "Unhappy" and BE GRATEFUL!

This is one of my favoite chapters in "Powered By Happy" In order to feel true happiness, sometimes you have to understand what makes you "unhappy" and turn it around! Being grateful is not just for this time of the year, it is something you should practice everyday! If you just get in the habit of being thankful for one thing each day, it will definitely contribute to turning that frown upside down! Cheesy, maybe. However, being grateful is something that scientifically is proven to increase your level of happiness and improve your goals! Read on...Psychologists from the University of California, Davis, conducted a study on gratitude and thankfulness. They divided hundreds of people into three groups: One group recorded daily events, another recorded daily hassles, and the third recorded what they are grateful for. The last group reported more alertness and optimism and better progress towards their goals. They also felt more loved. Now, who doesn't want that? I do! Start today. Be Thankful for one thing a day and see where it takes you! A Blessed Thanksgiving wish to you all!

A great event....

Last night I attended a WELD (Women for Executive Leadership Development)reception honoring 12 women you need to know. I would like to congratulate each and every one of them. In their bio's, they mentioned advice to young women on how to get ahead and be successful. In just about every speech you heard characteristics like....teamwork...attitude...volunteer for everything, these are all pieces of great advice that Powered By Happy demonostrates in stories of successful professionals. Now, more than ever it is critical to work harder, prove your value, be known as the unique one or speedy one. Attitude is a big piece of that. In the "gift" bags, each person that attended (around 350) received a copy of Powered By Happy. Many asked me what happiness is? My simple answer, it's your attitude in how you deal with the cards you have been dealt. It's a choice. It's by YOUR design. Go out and design yourself some happiness at work or at home. It's up to you!