What will you do this year to make your life happy?   Let me share with you a number of ways to bring more happiness into your life.

~Will 2009, be the year you dedicate to celebrating your uniqueness?

By ‘celebrating’ I mean putting yourself on that ‘to do’ list and consciously choosing to embrace the ‘original you’ and the unique qualities you were born with.

Some of you may feel a little lost when it comes to knowing who you really are and what makes you unique or perhaps you feel that your sense of self is a reflection of the work that you do or the roles that you play day to day. You’re not alone.

How are you feeling about yourself? A healthy self-esteem is vital to being truly happy.

True personal happiness stems from knowing, honouring and living true to the unique qualities, strengths and values you possess - each day of your life. Do you know what yours are?
~When you think of the work (employment or other) that you do and the roles you play, are you doing what you love?

How does your work (or lack of) affect other parts of your life and subsequently your happiness?

The ‘work’ you choose to do that will bring you happiness may not necessarily be the kind that brings you an income.

~Nothing warms your heart more than helping others, true? So what can you do?

Lend a listening ear, offer a drive, read a story, bring a smile to someone’s face, share a meal, donate warm clothing, save or care for animals, do whatever you can with whatever you have. Follow your heart. ‘Doing’, brings happiness.

~When was the last time you socialized with people who’s company you enjoy? Being around people is an opportunity to share, learn, grow and experience. And when you’re with them feel free to let out that great sense of humour we all have but don’t seem to share often enough. What’s up with that?

I challenge all of you to take charge and bring happiness into your lives today. I trust you will!

- Lesia S.