So we were walking on the terrace talking about family, an upcoming wedding and catching up on the status of those who got married over the past couple of years. It was a bit sad to think that some of these had broken up for various reasons. Then my son asked me, “Mom, what do you think keeps a marriage…
The pace at which we live life today is so hectic that you shouldn’t be surprised if you often end up handing over the keys to your happiness to a whole other team. As a result, we simply exist, getting through the day, checking things off our to-do lists and focus on surviving. Until one day, when we wake up.…
Have you read my book review of Happy Hour is 9-5 by Alexander Kjerulf I remember when I first saw the title, I was curious! Most people whine about their work so . . . 9 – 5 being referred to as happy hour sounded sweet to me. I enjoy what I do and identify with that. I love Mondays…
Aya and Papaya find Happiness is a heart-warming new book for young readers by MQ who shares a beautiful message about the true meaning of happiness. In the book, the sun rises and Aya knows it is time for her to wake up. But this morning something feels different – Aya has lost her happiness. Aya and her best friend,…
I have a fun exercise for you today. It is International Day of Happiness and this year’s theme is Happier Together. Let’s take the Action for Happiness pledge: “I will try to create more happiness in the world around me” To implement that pledge, let’s check our own happiness score, shall we? The considerate folks at Oxford University have developed…