Friday is Thinking day at AlexShalman.Com

Have you ever felt that maybe you aren’t enjoying life as much as you could be? Perhaps you see other people smiling, and laughing, and wonder just what it is that makes them seem so happy. Maybe if you had all the money, and all the time in the world, you would be a happier person too?

I think I’ve got a simple formula for being happy, and getting the most out of your day.
Being happy has a lot to do with doing what’s right for you. You can either pay attention to what makes you happy, and do more of that, or avoid doing the things that make you unhappy. How is that for keeping it simple?

Let’s take a look at some of the every day things that can help you get the most out of life:

1. Stop inhaling your food. Take the time to really chew, feel, and savor the food that you eat. Take a little longer on your meal. Get the full satisfaction out of it.
2. Slow down your conversation. I’ve noticed that many people have conversations that involve two people talking, and no one listening. Slow down the convo, and pay extra attention to what is being said to you. Listen, think about what they said, and formulate a question to inquire more about their situation. You’ll realize that conversations will be much more enjoyable. Practice being a proactive listener.
3. Take the time to think. Slow down and enjoy life by taking the time to understand yourself. Are you happy with who you are as a person?

I realize that you might be thinking, ok, who has time to eat, talk, and think, I got stuff to do! I realize that your stuff could even be very important. You just have to consider if your stuff, and everything that you are committed to is worth sacrificing your happiness. Hopefully your own happiness hasn’t been pushed too far down your to-do list!

The moral of the story is… slow down and stay present in order to fully take in and enjoy the beauty of the world and people around you.