#45: How to be Happier

It's written right there in the Declaration of Independence: we have the right to pursue happiness. But what is it that will make us happy? We get down to the practical this week on how you can cultivate happiness in your own life.
It's written right there in the Constitution of the United States of America: we have the right to pursue happiness.  But what is it that will make us happy?  We get down to the practical this week on how you can cultivate happiness in your own life.  On this episode we discuss:
  • All the risks I'm taking (I'm doing it a lot lately)
  • Why happiness is important to us
  • Avoiding Facebook happiness
  • How I found myself on a beautiful beach, but ultimately was miserable
  • The cost of misery in our lives
  • Focusing on a clear vision for your future
  • Enjoying the journey instead of focusing on the destination
  • Do the hard work first
  • Reframing the negative experiences in our lives
  • Standing up for yourself
  • Meaningfully connecting with others.
Resources:
Secret Communication Skills (Episode 44)

Core Beliefs Activity
Most people have 3 - 10 deeply rooted negative core beliefs. Become aware of them and replace them with a healthier perspective so they no longer drive you. Identify your top 3 - 5 negative core beliefs using this 30 Damaging Core Beliefs Worksheet. You never know when something might go wrong. Seeing that there are lots of option.. Then complete a Be Truth Oriented Worksheet for each one. Enter the negative core belief in step 1 on the Be Truth Oriented worksheet and follow each step. Save on your desktop, completed, and email the completed worksheets back to me before our next visit. Here's an article article to read that will be helpful How to Change Negative Core Beliefs.

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Adam is a life coach and counselor who specializes in helping individuals and organizations find transformational clarity.  He specializes in anxiety, depression, life & career transitions, adolescent challenges, and family counseling.

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