21. Don’t give up trying new things.
“Oh, I could never do that!” This is the siren of surrender. Happiness is found on the edge of cliff as frequently as it is found in a hammock. Try to find happiness in things you’ve never done, and it will be there.
22. Don’t give up getting in shape.
How happy do you feel when you give up on your body? Getting back in shape requires one thing: consistency. Happiness comes when you consistently insist that your body is still worth it.
23. Don’t give up looking foolish.
The fear of looking foolish is probably the greatest cause of unhappiness. Most people have no idea how happy they could be because they won’t risk looking foolish. Making peace with looking foolish is a key choice to achieve more and find happiness.
24. Don’t give up feeling excited by rainbows.
If there comes a point in your life when seeing a rainbow doesn’t give you even a little jolt of giddy wonder, expect three ghosts.
25. Don’t give up having something to look forward to.
Set goals and make plans a few months in advance that will give you something to work for and anticipate with joy.
26. Don’t give up napping.
A little afternoon nap can change your entire outlook. Recharging your batteries with a 20 minute nap can boost your productivity for the rest of the day.
27. Don’t give up holding hands.
The need for love & connection is hard-wired into our brains. The act of holding hands is so simple yet so profound. Never give it up if you want to be happy.
Author and Credits: Leslie Fray