Our minds can’t have zero anger, zero fear, zero sadness, zero envy, zero falsehood. Research shows that for most of us, negative thoughts often exceed positive thoughts. I don’t know anyone who sits in a corner thinking just happy thoughts.
Crying helps immunity and is our way of healing. Often, the best laughs come only after the heart is emptied of tears.
I don’t know when we started believing that expressing emotions is a sign of weakness. That stiff people, who wouldn’t laugh, or cry are strong. The truth may be just the opposite.
Think of what made you happy before you got busy with life. It’ll give you an idea of how to be happy again.
A tootsie roll, an attractive sippy cup, the company of one good friend, a video of a dog chasing his tail, a balloon, a real nice eraser—that’s all toddlers need to be happier.