by Faye Hollands
Step 1
GET CLEAR AND IN CONTROL
I'm willing to bet you probably spend more time planning your weekends than you do planning to be happy! You need to put clear goals in place otherwise it's easy to stumble through life, getting lost in the daily grind. Sit down today and get creative - design the life you want to lead, organise how you're going to do it, and enjoy being in control of your own future. Aside from having clarity and direction, you'll find life's a lot more fun when you know where you're going!
Step 2
GET HEALTHY
Now this isn't rocket science but given the obesity levels in Australia and general lack of well-being I think the obvious needs to be said. If you're sick, tired, and sluggish you're going to find it hard to be perky. Time and time again scientific evidence proves that healthy living can increase your levels of happiness. Stop putting time and effort into excuses and instead choose to invest in your well-being today. Go for a walk, drink more water - whatever you do, make it an investment in your wellbeing!
Step 3
GET A BRIGHT OUTLOOK
Optimistic and positive people live longer, get sick less, are more successful, have better relationships, and are more likely to succeed in their careers. Those are all proven facts. Do you really need any more reasons to start being positive? Decide how you want to see the world, stop looking for the negative, and practice having a perky perspective today. There are millions of people in the world worse-off than you - write a list today of 5 things you have to be positive about and put a smile on your face. Being upbeat won't kill you!
Step 4
GET TOGETHER
Good quality relationships, both personally and professionally, help reduce stress and depression, and increase your sense of well-being. Make a concerted effort to seek out positive, perky people and surround yourself with them everyday. Call your most fun friend now and make arrangements to see them this week, or join a new networking group to expand your social and professional circles.
Step 5
GET PERKY NOW
Stop saying 'When' and start living 'Now'. Are there any reasons why you would postpone being happy until tomorrow? Stop making excuses and start living your life today - no-one else can do if for you! Put your Perky Plan into place today, start living in the moment, and put mediocre behind you for good. Take responsibility for your happiness. After all, being upbeat can't kill you; but being glum just might!
Copyright (c) 2008 Outshine Consulting Pty Ltd
Faye Hollands, Director of Outshine Consulting, is a Certified Life Coach, Executive Coach and professional trainer with 15 years experience in financial and professional services. Faye's direct and to-the-point style of coaching, combined with NLP and Time Line Therapy techniques, provide her clients with fast, long lasting results in all areas of their life, career and business. Start realising your potential today!
http://www.outshineconsulting.com.au
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Find Happiness in 2008
