Happiness has its own day!
March 20, 2014 is the second annual International Day of Happiness. The General Assembly of the United Nations has declared that happiness is a fundamental human goal, and calls upon countries to approach public policies in ways that improve the well being of all peoples.
Happiness is something we all need and deserve.
It is not about drawing smiley faces on your papers.
It's about thinking how to make happiness an essential habit in your life.
Many people are celebrating this special day. Day of Happiness website has this to say:
"Our happiness has been hijacked! Marketers and advertisers tell us that happiness comes from buying the right products. Celebrities and the media pretend it comes with beauty and fame. Meanwhile, politicians claim that nothing matters more than growing the economy. We could point to many studies showing how wrong this is - lasting happiness does not come from what we consume, how we look or how much we earn. Deep down we all know the things that make us happy. If only we could remind ourselves to appreciate those moments more often - and inspire others to do the same."
Grammy winner, Pharrell Williams wants to spread happiness and is using his song, Happy to make it happen. He believes that when we do things to bring happiness to others, everyone benefits. It helps the people we connect with, boosts our own well-being and also inspires others to be more caring and positive too. Check out his fun website called 24 hours of happy at I'm happy.....
Big changes start with small steps.
- Share what really matters at #happinessday
- Make a list of what makes you happy and share it
- Make someone laugh
- Hug someone
- Acts of kindness
- Give someone a compliment
- Appreciate simple pleasures
- Express gratitude
- Don't complain for the whole day or more
- Donate to your favorite charity
- Remember happiness is an inside job
- Make happiness a habit
Do happiness!
Put happiness at the top of your to-do list.
Let's make it a daily priority.
I'm happy.
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