Be Happy, Be YOU

Aren't we all trying to make ourselves happy in this lifetime?

What I think in order to be happy is that we should be ourselves. Being our-self is the only way we will enjoy life, in its ups and downs. Being yourself is not only in terms of dressing the way you want, or doing your hair or makeup the way you want. It is also in speaking you mind. Having thoughts of your own, and being able to express these thoughts into words...

Another thing is trying. What I think is that in 10 years from now, we will not regret the failure from trying something new. But we will regret not trying to do something new. What I mean is that we should not be scared to try new things. Routine, and familiar things are the safe way to go. But they are not the best, nor the happiest solution for us. We should do things that will make us happier, even if it means that we should try new things.

I think you should always speak your mind. One of the things that makes people happy is speaking their mind. If you oppose to something, don't accept it because the majority of the people accept it. Say what you think is right. And be able to defend your opinion.

Have fun! This is the best way to be happy. Enjoy time out of the house, with friends, family, and pets. Include yourself in activities that you desire. Take a painting class, for example. For me, spending time with friends and family has a great effect on way in keeping me happy, and lightening my mood when I need it.

Another thing that I really believe makes people happy, and this is especially true for me, is getting a good education. Because when you get an education, you feel that you have achieved something that is meaningful in your life! Achieving meaningful things makes you the happiest you have ever been! Who wasn't happy when they got an A on any exam? Who wasn't happy when they graduated high school or university?

Do things that please you and not others. Personally, I think i you work on pleasing others and not you, you will face a difficult time. You are living your life for you and not others. So don't do things that you don't want to do, or don't believe in just because someone wants you to do. Always engage yourself in things that will make you happy, and will make you enjoy your time and have fun. Try to aim for the highest you can, and achieve the most you can. When you are happy and satisfied with what you are, and with what you have achieved you will live a happy life.

P.S. Always surround yourself with people you like and enjoy spending time with :) That is what I enjoy doing the most; when I don't have studying :)