Do you know what makes you happy? Sometimes we get caught up in our daily lives and forget to think about why we do the things we do. Presumably, part of why we do things is to be happy.
Three steps to understanding what makes you happy
Step 1: Answer 6 questions
Answer these questions meant to spark thought about what makes you happy:
- What are you most grateful for?
- What are you most proud of?
- What is the most meaningful experience you have ever had?
Answer these questions meant to spark thought about what tends to impede your happiness:
- Are you sabotaging your success in some area of your life by not completing things?
- Is there something you wish you could do over?
- What are you most afraid of and why?
Step 2: Write your own story
Think of a story that has inspired you. It could be real-life or fictional.
Now, in a couple paragraphs, rewrite that story with you as the protagonist. Change the names and locations to fit the particulars of your life.
Step 3: Reflect
When you’re done writing, read your story over.
- How does it feel?
- What inspiration do you get from hearing the story with you as the protagonist?
- Is it different than the inspiration you got from the original story?
- What new awareness do you have about what contributes to your happiness?
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