The Bright(er) Side: January 2013

This remind anyone of Ted?? I pulled this retro green leather jacket out of the basement. It's pretty darn hipster. Only problem is the waist is tiny and the shoulders are HUGE. Next project when I have time is to make this wearable. ;)

Air freshnarrrr!! Was desperately in need for some of these so i picked up a bunch on sale at Zellers. Hmmm raspberry :)

My finds for the week at Zellers in Oakridge. It's closing in Mar so shoes atm are additional 60% off!! Wearing the brown pair as I type and they are SO comfortable. They're a little high but don't stress my feet like my slouchy black suede ones did and they are soooo comfy!! Furry ones in the middle are a tad tight but they were originally $99 and I got them for $25. They looked really cute and I just couldn't resist. Pair on the far right I picked up on an earlier occasion. Believe it of not, they're by Guess!! And I paid $25 for them!!

Batman and Robin in my eyes right now. <3 A & B.

D: Notice the lack of a card with $10 on it?? Anything over $1 either, for that matter. Poopy scoopy. Missed out on the recent coupon for $10 for $5 sbux giftcards too. Boo.

This is from a while ago when I first got this app. Have been using it religiously ever since. Lets me procrastinate but not for long. Notice the things I have to to at some point in my life. ;)

Going through the self help stuff again. What would I do without Stumble. Really stressed out lately. Tons and tons of shit I just really really want to zamboni through. Want to keep my head down and truck through it but from experience, I know that that will end up with a pile of shit. I miss that rewarding feeling ya know? I guess that feeling you get when you do something RIGHT. I don't feel like I've necessarily been doing thins wrong just not right...

Am I even making sense? Who knows. Feel like I've been in this gradual downward spiral for too long. Need to get out of the loop to be able to do something different, fix my life.

Maybe I just need to cry myself a river. Maybe then things will look up.
Who am I kidding? Gotta get my priorities straight at some point in life. Straighten out my emotions and get the fuck to work.
So, for today, here are
"21 Habits of Happy People"

1. Appreciate LifeBe thankful that you woke up alive each morning. Develop a childlike sense of wonder towards life. Focus on the beauty of every living thing. Make the most of each day. Don’t take anything for granted. Don’t sweat the small stuff. Makes sense, sounds good.

2. Choose Friends WiselySurround yourself with happy, positive people who share your values and goals. Friends that have the same ethics as you will encourage you to achieve your dreams. They help you to feel good about yourself. They are there to lend a helping hand when needed. Think I've done an ok job of this. or well did....I have ones that count. Guess that's all I need.

3. Be ConsiderateAccept others for who they are as well as where they are in life. Respect them for who they are. Touch them with a kind and generous spirit. Help when you are able, without trying to change the other person. Try to brighten the day of everyone you come into contact with. This one's difficult sometimes but at the obvious times....well it's obvious?

4. Learn ContinuouslyKeep up to date with the latest news regarding your career and hobbies. Try new and daring things that has sparked your interest – such as dancing, skiing, surfing or sky-diving. Is stumbling a hobby? Teaches me new things everyday. And dramas.....yeah, no. We'll save this one for a little later when I have the $$ to learn ;)

5. Creative Problem SolvingDon’t wallow in self-pity. (touch-ay) As soon as you face a challenge get busy finding a solution. Don’t let the set backs affect your mood, instead see each new obstacle you face as an opportunity to make a positive change. Learn to trust your gut instincts – it’s almost always right. I actually buy the "gut" instincts. However, I always realize after the fact. Will have to work on this.

[6. Do What They LoveSome statistics show that 80% of people dislike their jobs! No wonder there’s so many unhappy people running around. We spend a great deal of our life working. Choose a career that you enjoy – the extra money of a job you detest isn’t worth it. Make time to enjoy your hobbies and pursue special interests.] Couldn't agree more. Wait... what the fuck do I love (to do)?? o.O

[7. Enjoy LifeTake the time to see the beauty around you. There’s more to life than work. Take time to smell the roses, watch a sunset or sunrise with a loved one, take a walk along the seashore, hike in the woods etc. Learn to live in the present moment and cherish it. Don’t live in the past or the future.]

8. LaughDon’t take yourself – or life to seriously. You can find humor in just about any situation. Laugh at yourself – no one’s perfect. When appropriate laugh and make light of the circumstances. (Naturally there are times that you should be serious as it would be improper to laugh.)

9. ForgiveHolding a grudge will hurt no one but you. Forgive others for your own peace of mind. When you make a mistake – own up to it – learn from it – and FORGIVE yourself.

10. GratitudeDevelop an attitude of gratitude. Count your blessings; All of them – even the things that seem trivial. Be grateful for your home, your work and most importantly your family and friends. Take the time to tell them that you are happy they are in your life.

11. Invest in RelationshipsAlways make sure your loved ones know you love them even in times of conflict. Nurture and grow your relationships with your family and friends by making the time to spend with them. Don’t break your promises to them. Be supportive. If I made resolutions, this would have been one of them. Big B and little D, big D, BR, and the elders.

12. Keep Their WordHonesty is the best policy. Every action and decision you make should be based on honesty. Be honest with yourself and with your loved ones. Another top one for my would be resolutions.

~~13. Meditate~~Meditation gives your very active brain a rest. When it’s rested you will have more energy and function at a higher level. Types of meditation include yoga, hypnosis, relaxation tapes, affirmations, visualization or just sitting in complete silence. Find something you enjoy and make the time to practice daily.

14. Mind Their Own BusinessConcentrate on creating your life the way you want it. Take care of you and your family. Don’t get overly concerned with what other people are doing or saying. Don’t get caught up with gossip or name calling. Don’t judge. Everyone has a right to live their own life the way they want to – including you.

15. OptimismSee the glass as half full. Find the positive side of any given situation. It’s there – even though it may be hard to find. Know that everything happens for a reason, even though you may never know what the reason is. Steer clear of negative thoughts. If a negative thought creeps in – replace it with a positive thought.

16. Love UnconditionallyAccept others for who they are. You don’t put limitations on your love. Even though you may not always like the actions of your loved ones – you continue to love them.

17. PersistenceNever give up. Face each new challenge with the attitude that it will bring you one step closer to your goal. You will never fail, as long as you never give up. Focus on what you want, learn the required skills, make a plan to succeed and take action. We are always happiest while pursuing something of value to us.

18. Be ProactiveAccept what can not be changed. Happy people don’t waste energy on circumstances beyond their control. Accept your limitations as a human being. Determine how you can take control by creating the outcome you desire – rather than waiting to respond.

19. Self CareTake care of your mind, body and health. Get regular medical check ups. Eat healthy and work out. Get plenty of rest. Drink lots of water. Exercise your mind by continually energizing it with interesting and exciting challenges.

20. Self ConfidenceDon’t try to be someone that you’re not. After all no one likes a phony. Determine who you are in the inside – your own personal likes and dislikes. Be confident in who you are. Do the best you can and don’t second guess yourself.

21. Take ResponsibilityHappy people know and understand that they are 100% responsible for their life. They take responsibility for their moods, attitude, thoughts, feelings, actions and words. They are the first to admit when they’ve made a mistake.

Begin today by taking responsibility for your happiness. Work on developing these habits as you own. The more you incorporate the above habits into your daily lifestyle – the happier you will be.

Most of all: BE TRUE TO YOURSELF.

~Link~

Pretty sure happy people Sleep Early to so lets get right on that. Oh wait...it's not early. Frack a lack. Going in for a lab I slept in for (tues) tmr. Can't really miss it again can I. Night!!