Small little things...!!!

Everyone wants to be happy, yet joy is elusive for most people. One reason is that people tend to expect their happiness to come from big things, like a promotion at work or a sizzling new romance. To have a truly happy, peaceful existence, however, it is necessary to find happiness in little things. Life is made up of little things, so enjoying them for all their worth is bound to make for a more pleasant life.

Everyone goes through several ups and downs in their life. I have, and I am sure even u have, and its definitely difficult to find the way out of the clouds, and be happy once again. There are many things we do and many things we realise that help us feel better. In my case, I realized how fortunate I was to have the love and support of my family and true friends, and that I could always turn to them for help and guidance. I've always tried to keep active when I'm feeling down so that my mind stays away from the things that depress me. It's really hard sometimes.

Being happy and content with the small pleasures in life requires us to slow down and take a little time enjoying them. Do you have a pet? Slow down enough to sit with your animal friend and show it a bit of affection. Play ball with your dog or wiggle a string in front of your cat. And don't forget to have fun with the kids, too. Playing a simple board game can make the house ring with laughter.

Another thing I've done is to try to express my feelings and work through them through articles or poetry. It helps to just get those feelings out and on paper. It helps me to realize what is really going on, so I can work through it better. Plus, the process itself just makes me feel happy. When a situation gets me down, I work hard to find the silver lining. Sometimes it's a very, very thin silver lining, but I’m convinced that when you look hard enough, it's there!

I feel happy even going to a ngo maybe, or some old age home or even an orphan age.. whats the harm in just giving some time of yours to those people who lack happiness. Look at them, and then think aren’t you happy with what you have?? Play with the kids, teach them, or just sit and speak to d old ones.. isn’t it a satisfying feeling?? i feel happy and content whenever I do that.. if not an old age home.. sit and just speak to the old generation of your family and see the glow and happiness on their face..

I try to find happiness in the small things in life.. A beautiful flower, a rainbow, a hug or kiss from my mom or my frenz.. It's these little things that get me through a rough a day, and remind me to be happy and thankful for what I have.

Not everyone believes themselves to be a strong person, which would make this one the hardest to find happiness in. No matter how weak you believe you are, you have an inner strength that has most likely brought you through several hard times in your life. Reflect on those times and see how far you've come by the power of your own will and determination. Never lose sight of that and take joy in both all you have done and what you are yet to do.