happiness

The Eight Predictors of Joy

The Eight Predictors of Joy

Life is tough. There is no denying that. I believe however we are still able to live a life of joy and happiness and it isn't as hard as winning 20 million dollars in the lotto or moving to an island in Greece and shutting off from the rest of the world. It can happen with no tools, no money and no resources. It can happen now and it starts with you. 

I will summarise these eight predictors of joy based on the book and my interpretations.

Being grateful is the gateway to lasting happiness…

Being grateful is the gateway to lasting happiness…

You might think you’re a grateful person, but keep in mind there is a big difference between thinking you are grateful and actually practising gratitude everyday. Just like there is a difference between knowing something and actually doing it! In today’s modern society it is becoming harder and harder for us to have a deep sense of gratitude because let’s face it, most things are handed to us on a silver platter and we just get used to it.