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Posted: 11 years ago
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Happiness is a choice and we all deserve to be happy.

One of my close friends is having a difficult time in life and to make him feel better, he made a list of 10 things that make him happy. The list is used as a tool to pick himself up when he is down. So when he isn't feeling his best, he will just to something on the list and turn his mood around. I personally thought it was a great idea and made one for myself.

Due to me loving the idea, I wanted to share it with all of you too, and would love it if you shared your own lists. It is really effective and a great motivational tool for a simple pick-me-up'

Just give it a go guys -

So here are the things (in no particular order) that make me happy -

1. Belief in God.

2. A long heart-to-heart with family or close friends.

3. Making someone's day and having a sense of purpose in life.

4. Going through old photos and remembering all the great memories associated with them.

5. Watching JLZ, inspiring films; reading and writing posts on IF

6. Belting out my favourite songs at the top of my lungs (and probably off key)

7. Going to the old-age home and spending time there- they have all the answers to life.

8. Paying off all my bills and completing work before deadlines.

9. Realisation that I am never alone. I have extremely loving family and friends, who will always stick by me.

10. A good night's sleep


I love you guys❤️

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Posted: 11 years ago
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Originally posted by: BenPhillips

Happiness is a choice and we all deserve to be happy.

One of my close friends is having a difficult time in life and to make him feel better, he made a list of 10 things that make him happy. The list is used as a tool to pick himself up when he is down. So when he isn't feeling his best, he will just to something on the list and turn his mood around. I personally thought it was a great idea and made one for myself.

Due to me loving the idea, I wanted to share it with all of you too, and would love it if you shared your own lists. It is really effective and a great motivational tool for a simple pick-me-up'

Just give it a go guys -

So here are the things (in no particular order) that make me happy -

1. Belief in God.

2. A long heart-to-heart with family or close friends.

3. Making someone's day and having a sense of purpose in life.

4. Going through old photos and remembering all the great memories associated with them.

5. Watching JLZ, inspiring films; reading and writing posts on IF

6. Belting out my favourite songs at the top of my lungs (and probably off key)

7. Going to the old-age home and spending time there- they have all the answers to life.

8. Paying off all my bills and completing work before deadlines.

9. Realisation that I am never alone. I have extremely loving family and friends, who will always stick by me.

10. A good night's sleep


I love you guys❤️



I love your list Ben ...option # 2 works for me the most...especially talking to a friend who understands unspoken words and thoughts
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Posted: 11 years ago
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I love your list Ben ...option # 2 works for me the most...especially talking to a friend who understands unspoken words and thoughts


Thank you Jyoti😊 Do feel free to make a list for yourself too. Absolutely. The unconscious thread of understanding you share with family and close friends is incredible. When you say nothing at all, they understand everything. It truly is remarkable and gives a sense of immense security.
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Posted: 11 years ago
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Lovely post Ben! Definitely something everyone should do.
10 things that make me happy:
1. Keeping the people I care about happy.
2. Working.
3. Having a productive day and finishing more things than I originally planned to.
4. Clean home.
5. Spending time with children.
6. Helping someone during their times of trouble.
7. My faith in God.
8. Having total control of every aspect in my life.
9. Cooking and trying out new recipes.
10. Revisiting old photos and reminiscing cherished memories.
Enjoy your weekend Ben.
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Posted: 11 years ago
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Originally posted by: ChloeBoro

Lovely post Ben! Definitely something everyone should do.
10 things that make me happy:
1. Keeping the people I care about happy.
2. Working.
3. Having a productive day and finishing more things than I originally planned to.
4. Clean home.
5. Spending time with children.
6. Helping someone during their times of trouble.
7. My faith in God.
8. Having total control of every aspect in my life.
9. Cooking and trying out new recipes.
10. Revisiting old photos and reminiscing cherished memories.
Enjoy your weekend Ben.


Thank you for responding and thank you for sharing your list! It speaks volumes about you as a person. Most of the things on the list are you doing things for other people... and very little for yourself. Way to go and never change. Have a nice weekend too.
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Posted: 11 years ago
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Originally posted by: BenPhillips


Thank you for responding and thank you for sharing your list! It speaks volumes about you as a person. Most of the things on the list are you doing things for other people... and very little for yourself. Way to go and never change. Have a nice weekend too.


Beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder. You always see the good in people and situations. Absolutely nothing to do with me
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Posted: 11 years ago
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Wow Broo..Superb post... Really really lovely..
I thiNk we can try out all options wen we are down.
Option 1 and 9 is wat I consider the most important to me...
Why worry if God nd family is withus...
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Posted: 11 years ago
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Ben, nice post! I agree to all ur points and chloe's .
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Posted: 11 years ago
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Originally posted by: kunalthebest

Wow Broo..Superb post... Really really lovely..
I thiNk we can try out all options wen we are down.
Option 1 and 9 is wat I consider the most important to me...
Why worry if God nd family is withus...


Aww thank you😊 I am glad you liked the post. Bilkul sahi kaha aapne: agar bhagvaan aur parivaar saath hain tho zindagi bahuth sunehri hain 😳
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Posted: 11 years ago
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Originally posted by: aparna37

Ben, nice post! I agree to all ur points and chloe's .


Thank you Aparna🤗... aaj aapne aapka reply 'yaar' se shuroo nahi kiya? 😉
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