Day 1029

Choose Happy! Our Sammy ALWAYS makes that choice!!! He is just about the happiest dog I know! He is a blessing in our lives and I can only imagine what that happiness does to his heart…I know what it does to mine!

Choosing happy is not always the easiest path to follow. Things happen that are totally out of our control, yet others look to us to see if we push the “Happy Button” or allow our hearts to spiral. Being a generally happy person, I looked in the proverbial mirror to see what helps me to stay that way.

Techniques that work for me when sadness comes knocking:

*Look for a silver lining within the situation.

*Surround yourself with people who feel like sunshine. (SF)

*Escape within the pages of a “happy book”.

*Walk away from the “cloud” and support them ONLY when you have a positive impact.

*Count your blessing…literally!

*Journal and move the pen in a positive way.

*Watch a great comedy!

*Find your Safe Person and hug them for at least 30 seconds. (MM)

*Go for a long walk and listen to the happiness Nature offers.

*Find the nearest dog and snuggle in until calm and happiness return! (R, L, G, S )

After all, happiness comes from within and all YOU can control is what you fill your heart with. Choose Happy!