As we prepare to ring in the new year, I’ve been thinking about ways to create more happiness. Over the holiday, we watched the documentary “Happy” which examines what happiness means to people from different parts of the world, in varying economic and social circumstances.
Through all of these stories, it became clear that happiness really is about what exists when everything else gets stripped away. It’s an eye opening documentary that demonstrates that happiness is within reach for everyone, even if it sometimes requires hard work.
Are you making any new year’s resolutions that will lead to greater happiness? I’d love to hear about them!
Being happier is one of my biggest resolutions this year. I’m going to be do a Photo Day 365 Day Project and the goal is to everyday take a picture of something that made me smile & happy that day. Even if it’s the most horrid of days I want to try to smile at least once… =)
Best wishes in the New Year and your future happiness!
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What a great idea!
I think I did a pretty good job of it in 2012… really tried to not focus on the negatives too much. In 2013 I want to continue with this and just generally spread the cheer as well. Life is too short to hold grudges or be upset over the smallest things.
My new year resolution is to enjoy the simple things in life and not focus on the bad things!!
This is such an inspiring goal. I need to be sure to add in a few “happy” resolutions!
xo Rach
Watching that trailer piqued my interest. I do find myself fascinated by the topic of happiness so the movie looks really interesting; Must get my hands on it. I have been thinking a lot about resolutions/goals for 2013, and what I want for myself in the new year. I will probably share once I have it all sorted out in my mind. I would love to hear yours.
This movie looks so interesting! One of my goals for 2013 is to continue practicing one of my favorite quotes: “One of the secrets of a happy life is continuous small treats.” – Iris Murdoch
Love this quote, Steph. It’s definitely making its way into my resolutions this year, too.
Thanks for sharing it. xo