There is little success where there is little laughter.
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Are you ready to play communication bingo? Press 3 if you would like to continue. Now press 5. To continue, press 8. Thanks for holding. We really, really, really value your call. That’s why we’ve got you on hold. But please, don’t hang up. An operator will be with you shortly… [Read on …]
Can happy pills make life happy?
Forget the dodgy drugs people take to give themselves a kick. Even so-called happy pills medically prescribed for depression get a mixed reception. Why is this? And how can they be so popular if their effects are questioned? [Read on …]
What do we lose when young kids get on Facebook?
There’s a lot to like about Facebook. But I worry. Call it my parenting gene, or perhaps my teaching gene. Either way, I have ongoing concerns about Facebook and it’s influence on our children. Adults? Well that’s a matter for everyone to sort out for themselves. But kids? That’s a different story. [Read on …]
It doesn't take much for me to be happy.
Did I say “Happy in 3 Places”? Actually there’s more. But three will suffice. I like being happy in more of course. But, three will definitely do. You could start with your toes (Have you studied them lately?) and if you do, you’ll notice that they’re having a pretty tough time of it. Surely they deserve better. If you’re kind to these little guys, you’ll find they’ll seem much happier too. [Read on …]
Can you really be happy, pretty muich every day?
Not being a constant optimist, I find some days testing. Which leads me to think: what is the best way to be happy every day? Barring disasters and dreadful events, it’s not that crazy to think you could be happy every day. After all, I believe the main reason we aren’t happy every day is because we decide with feelings. [Read on …]
What do you mean, erroneous friends?
Who are erroneous friends? Are they the people you know who call themselves friends, but secretly dislike you? If so, you won’t want them. They’re more like erroneous fiends than friends. People who, like Caesar’s mates, would happily stab the sword when you’re not looking. I think we’d all pass on that. [Read on …]
Our airline flight schedule panic could save you a lot of pain.
Our airline flight schedule said we’d be flying out with JetRats Airlines at 11.20. No problem. We had hours to get to the airport. Leaving our family reunion on the Queensland Gold Coast, it was time to say goodbye, catch the bus, take the train, and connect to another train to reach the airport. Simple. [Read on …]
We all come into this world as funny little Mother's Day gifts.
Funny Mothers Day gifts come naturally from most young boys. As it happens, Australian and American mothers are celebrating Mother’s Day right now. So Happy Mothers Day to you all! If you’re lucky, you might just score something funny from a son who means well but can’t help but get a little bit confused. [Read on …]
Your co-workers are either going to think you've flipped, love you even more, or both.
Here’s a list of fun questions to ask coworkers when you are at a loose end, having a brain freeze, or don’t want to do what you are meant to be doing (But if your boss asks, I didn’t write them and I don’t live here!): [Read on …]
Ask yourself: what breed of dog do I want to dig holes in the yard?
Ask yourself, in your heart of hearts (that’s if you happen to have a few hearts on hand), what breed of dog do I want? Seriously. Drop everything for a moment and forget that you don’t even want a dog. Or, that you’ve got so many dogs at home they’re pouring out of the cupboards and popping up out of drawers. Consider the meaning of keeping canines and decide again, what breed of dog do I want? [Read on …]
Needing encouragement and inspiration? With kindness and insight, Happy: How to Have a Beautiful Life Now will guide and uplift you.
What’s in the book?
Packed with down-to-earth ideas you can immediately apply, you will discover:
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Write injuries in sand; kindnesses in marble.
