But, you’re a death doula. What’s all this happiness stuff doing here?
My husband asked me a question yesterday that I’m sure many of you are asking. “Why are you posting about all the happiness stuff when you exist to serve those who are dying or grieving?” Good question, Babe.
My answer: Being happy in our life will make us happier when we approach end of life. Even more important, thinking about our death can actually help us be happier. Now.
How to be happy
Some people are just born happy. But if you’re not genetically predisposed to be happy, or you want to improve and increase your happiness, you can. Here are some tips.
Why YOUR happiness matters
I’m generally optimistic, but my optimism is tempered with a healthy dose of realism. And it’s obvious that life outside my front door? Well, it’s a mess. How on earth could I possibly be telling you that your happiness should be a priority and that it matters not just to me, but the world when we’re inundated with bad news, scandals, meanness and injustice everywhere you turn.? Because it’s a scientific fact that your happiness not only makes you healthier; it makes the whole world better. Happiness is contagious. That’s not just some toxically-positive social meme pablum; it’s scientifically proven. So your happiness can change the world.
What is happiness anyway?
Defining “happiness” isn’t as simple as looking up the word in the dictionary. Even the dictionary uses the words: “pleasure,” “contentment,” “joy.” What are those? Asking “What is happiness?” is like asking, “What is truth, love, freedom or justice?” It’s an ideal. Intangible. Something we understand when we experience it, and also know when we are missing it. Everyone has their own understanding and definition of it.
It’s Happiness Happens Month. Does happiness really happen, though?
It’s Happiness Happens Month, but does it though? JUST happen?
Being happy AND healthy takes work. We’re talking about that this week. Come back for updates.
Share a Hug for Hug Day
Yep. It’s that time of year again: Share a Hug Day. Doesn’t it seem like just yesterday we celebrated Hug Day?
Seriously, it may seem a strange thing to commemorate hugging with a day of its own, but hugging has serious holistic benefits. Let’s count some of the ways.
National Cuddle Up Day
Baby, it’s cold outside. Today’s National Cuddle Up Day. So who are cuddling? Who do you wish you cuddle with today?
Start Laughing this year
Start feeling better in the new year with Laughing Yoga. First Session of the new year is tonight at 7:30 Eastern. Also, every Saturday morning at 10:30 AM Eastern.
Festival of Sleep Day
How are you celebrating the Festival of Sleep Day? Let me know your tricks and tips for good sleep and celebrate with a nap today. You deserve it!
Halloween Laughing Yoga Saturday
Come celebrate Halloween with me Saturday for Laughing Yoga. Wear a costume if you want. I’m going to try out some Halloween themed exercises and help you end your week and start your Halloween weekend with some laughter. Starts 10:30 EDT Saturday on Zoom, so you don’t have to worry about the weather. Link below. […]
