the happiness project

I don't think I could do a book review justice on this one. All I know is it made me think a lot. Every morning I walk three blocks to the bus, take the bus to the train, and then take the train to downtown. It gives me a lot of down town. I noticed I wasn't using it productively and picked up this book. 

I loved it.

I think that there is a lot to be said about happiness. The way people define it is entirely specific to who they are and what they believe. After ever chapter I found myself pinpointing different things that I can do to make myself happier. I also discovered ways I can make other people happier. I am thinking about taking the challenge and devoting the new year to my own little happiness project. It's not that I am unhappy, nor was the author, I just know that there are things that I could be doing to improve my joy.

Things I learned while reading:

1. Folded laundry makes me happier. When it is a mess I can't find anything I need in the morning and end up being late for work which in turn makes me grumpy

2. My husband does more sweet things for me if I stop nagging him about the dumb things

3. I need to cut people slack

4. When I am tired at work walking up a few flights of stairs does wonders for my mood 

5. Spending 30 mins making music brightens my mood like whoa.

6. To Do Lists are my best friend

7. I need to let more things go

8. It takes effort and persistance to keep a friendship going, but it is 100% worth it 

9. Setting goals is easier it you write them down daily

10. Don't reward yourself with food 

Have you read this book? What did you learn?