Joy in Everything You Do

It does not revolve around a new car or a million-dollar mansion. Happiness can be found in a silly joke that makes you laugh every time you think of it. It exists in a favorite old movie or television show you watch on a rainy Saturday afternoon. It surprises you when you hear it in your child's voice as he or she tells you about their day. Happiness is within you and all around you. You never have to look too far to find it.

Mark Victor Hansen

Many years ago, I joined a tele-class discussing the topic, “Is Happiness a Pipe Dream?” I remember the presenter saying that happiness does not have one definition. It means something entirely different to each individual. And happiness does not exist in only the big things in life.

Writing my ezine, I asked myself the question, "What am I happy about right now?" The sun is shining, music is playing in the background, and my cats, Alice and Alfie, are lying on the floor purring. That is happiness!!!

No, happiness is not a pipe dream. You can instantly be happy by taking a few minutes to ask yourself the question, "What am I happy about right now?" It has been proven over and over again that thinking happy thoughts reduces stress, and puts a smile on your face.

Self-Discoveries

You are cordially invited to experiment by taking the following small steps:

1. Take a few moments during the day and think about what is making you happy right now?

2. Enjoy the moment!

3. Buy a pretty journal and on the first page write, "Happiness Journal."

4. Write in the journal every night before going to sleep what made you happy during the day and a short sentence describing how you felt.

5. Feeling frustrated you can always read your "Happiness Journal" and it will bring a smile to your face.

Have fun with the experiment and let me know what makes you happy today! Your feedback and comments are most welcome. I can be reached at helen@loveyourselfcoaching.net.

Remember you also have special gifts which can be shared with the world. I am here to support you in uncovering your unforgotten dream and make it a reality.

Miracles Happen

Are you ready to watch a miracle in action? I have received from friends, a link (www.YouTube.com) to a video on You Tube that is absolutely incredible. To me, this clip is what miracles are all about, and being brave enough to take a risk. I just had to share it with you (if you've already seen it, trust me, it's worth watching again).

Give yourself a gift and do yourself a favor, sit back, relax and experience this miracle in action. It's my gift to you today . . .

Once you have watched this short video please let me know what feelings and ideas formed. I am looking forward to hearing from you. You can reach me by leaving a comment on my blog Getting Off the Diet Merry-Go-Round Blog, or sending an email to helen@loveyourselfcoaching.net.

Coming Events

You are cordially invited, by special invitation, to a "Women Empowering Women" Retreat Tele-Circle.

Join Coach Helen Burton for a time of reflection in an interactive group setting. Enjoy your peaceful surroundings while you are writing and thinking about what you are grateful for and your future plans.
Details for the retreat . . .

And More!

C.J. Hayden Special Guest Tele-Conference Huge Success!

Over 100 Coaches attended the Coaches' Coaching Circle (Circle) SIG which was held on Wednesday, May 23, 2007. The Get Clients Now! author C.J. Hayden, spoke to the members of the Circle and our coaching friends. The topic was, If You Can't Make a Living, How Can You Make a Difference?

If you would like to listen to the call, the link is CJ Hayden SIG.