Happy people live with purpose. They find joy in lasting relationships, working toward their goals, and living according to their values. The happy person is not enamored with material goods or luxury vacations. This person is fine with the simple pleasures of life—petting a dog, sitting under a tree, enjoying a cup of tea. Here are a few of the outward signs that someone is content.
- Is open to learning new things
- Smiles and laughs readily
- Is often grateful
- Enjoys healthy relationships
- Is happy for other people
- Lives with meaning and purpose
People often believe that happiness will be achieved once they reach a certain milestone, such as finding the perfect partner or landing a particular salary. Here are the wrong words that people repeat, and how they imagine happiness.
- “I’ll be happy when I’m rich and successful.”
- “I’ll be happy when I’m married to the right person.”
- “Landing my dream job will make me happy.”
- “I can’t be happy when my relationship has fallen apart.”
- “The best years of my life are over.”
Health and happiness are completely intertwined. That’s not to say that people with illnesses can’t be happy.
Part of happiness depends on personality. Some people have a naturally happy nature. We all know people who are cheerful and optimistic most of the time. Their upbeat personalities make it easier for them to be happy. Happiness is more than a good feeling or a yellow smiley face. It’s the feeling of truly enjoying your life, and the desire to make the very best of it. Happiness is the “secret sauce” that can help us be and do our best.
Here’s what researchers found when they studied happy people:
- Happy people are more successful.
- Happy people are better at reaching goals.
- Happy people are healthier.
- Happy people live longer.
- Happy people have better relationships.
- Happy people learn better.
sources: what is happiness?, How to live a happy life?
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