Happiness Blog

If I was taking a poll on favorite holidays, Halloween is bound to make the top of the list. It’s a time of year when we can laugh at our own superstitions or those of others, escape our skin, if only temporarily, and be ourselves in ways that might seem rather strange on other days of the year. It is time spent with our family, friends, and children dressing up in silly, scary, and super-cute outfits. What can bring more fun and happiness than that? Oh I know, trick or treating!

Hallmark holiday or not, Sweetest Day on October 19 th should be a day that we take the time to recognize the loved ones in our lives. Let’s be honest, when life gets going, and our routines get fixed, we often forget to acknowledge those we care for, and tell them how much they mean to us. This will not only bring happiness to them, but also to us.

World Mental Health Day is held on October 10 th every year. This day is to highlight issues of global mental health education, awareness and advocacy against the social stigma of mental health illnesses. It is extremely important for us to all live our best life and we are unable to do this without the support and resources that we need. Treatment and support are available for those who need it—but the door to conversation must be open. This week, lets advocate for ourselves and those around us that may be struggling, allowing them to live a happy well rounded life.

Autumn is upon us. That means snuggly blankets, cool breeze, and watching all the colors of the outdoors change right before your very eyes. Make sure to take the time to slow down and watch the wonders of nature at work. Whether you are sitting alone in self reflection or next to a loved one talking about the day, take the time to notice the changing of the season and the happiness that comes along with it.

Did you know that positive thinking day is actually a day celebrated in September? It’s true, the day is devoted toward a positive attitude and what can be accomplished when we think this way. This day has me reflecting on “The Little Engine that Could”. This little blue engine would have never been able to save the day and get up that BIG hill without positive thinking; she did it because she thought she could. The story is used to teach the value of optimism and hard work. Everyday let’s wake up with the intention of making it a great day, and our positive attitude will lead us to greatness.

Happiness, a word that deserves a conversation, and a term that is important to our everyday lives. The reason we do these happiness blogs is to remind everyone of the importance of the word, the emotion and the feelings associated with it. Merriam-Webster defines Happiness as the following:

happiness noun

hap·pi·ness | \ ˈha-pē-nəs  \

Definition of happiness

1 a: a state of well-being and contentment : JOY

b: a pleasurable or satisfying experience wish you every happiness in life. I had the happiness of seeing you— W. S. Gilbert

2: FELICITY, Aptness

striking happiness of expression

3 obsolete : good fortune : PROSPERITY

all happiness bechance to thee— William Shakespeare

Lets all remember to work on our happiness and sharing our happiness with others!

National Grandparent’s Day originated in 1978. Then President Jimmy Carter declared it to be the first Sunday after Labor Day. Grandparents play such an important role in our lives, whether it is primary caregiver, mentor, maker of the best chocolate chip cookies, or who we listen to in order to gain words of wisdom. They often in some ways shape who we are. If you can this week, take some time to enjoy their company. This will be the greatest gift. If you can’t see them, give them a call and give them the time to listen. Remember, grandparents often will ask about you first and listen intently to everything you have to say.  They want to know what you have to say and what is going on in your life. They are often never rushed or in a hurry. If you are lucky enough to have a grandparent who is there just for you, reach out.