5 powerful practices through which I stopped. Chasing Happiness but started living it.

Happiness contrary to popular belief is not a future promise But it is a reality of day to day living.

If one believes he wishes to be happy somewhere in the future he is deluded. Just like a mirage which appears to exist but disappears soon, happiness cannot be achieved by those who believe it to exist in a future time frame.

Happiness lies in the small acts that brings one satisfaction and joy.

Here are 5 powerful practices through which I stopped. Chasing Happiness but started living it.

1. Stress reduction: mental stress is a significant cause of lack of happiness.  Stress reduction can be achieved by following a few practices daily to recharge your mind. These include meditation,  journaling, deep breathing techniques.

2. Mindfulness: these practices help us appreciate the beauty of every object around us. Being mindful of nature’s creations leads to a sense of awe.

3. Gratitude Practice: Practicing gratitude leads to us counting our blessings and focusing on the positives rather than the negative situations we go through

4. Creative persuits: creative pursuits like writing,  drawing or any other hobby that gives us a sense of fulfilment go a long way in creating a sense of satisfaction and boosts self esteem.

5. Taking care of our physical health through proper diet, exercise and medication is a need of the hour. Accepting our short comings and working towards them while keeping a positive mindset contributes to happiness and joy.

What are the practices you follow. Do let me know

What are 5 everyday things that bring you happiness?