Define Happiness

What is happiness? Really. Do you ever stop and think about it? Is it what society made you believe it should be? In other words, is it the money, the car, and the big house? And will mariage make you happy?

Unfortunately, most people tend to hold everybody–i.e. family, friends, and their partner–but themselves responsible for their own happiness.

I, myself, think that happiness is whatever you want it to be. Whatever makes you smile or gives you true peace. For instance, yesterday, I bought myself some flowers near Saint Peter’s Church in Petion-Ville, Haiti. When I got home, I enjoyed cutting and watering them barefoot. Just like a kid. I put them in a vase that Sugar gave me a few months ago. That made me happy!

Wild and beautiful!

With that being said, whether it is just buying yourself flowers like I did, walking by the beach, reading a book, eating some ice cream, or even taking yourself out, do it. You need to unwind and let yourself go once in a while!

P.S: All photos were taken by Sara D. Senat.

 

The Flower Shop.

Saint Peter’s Church. Petion-Ville, Haiti.

Ways to Cheer Yourself Up When [insert reason here]

1. Dinner for one! I personally think that cooking can be very therapeutic at times. Look for a new recipe online; have some wine, and prepare yourself a good meal. You deserve it! 🙂

2. Take a bubble bath! If you have never tried that, now is the time! Wine. Chocolate. Or fruit and cheese. Candles. Some music. And a good book.

3. Volunteer somewhere! Helping others can make you feel a little bit better about yourself. Then, here is one of my favorite quotes by Gandhi, “The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.”

4. Have some ice cream. In my opinion, there is never a bad time for ice cream!

5. Make a Bucket List. I, myself, have one, “30 Things To Do Before I Turn 30.”

6. Do something nice for a stranger, and tell he/she to Pay It Forward!

Feel free to share your own idea (s). Thanks!