The document discusses various methods and perspectives on happiness. It argues that the happiest people are not necessarily those with the most money, friends, or power. It provides statistics showing Americans and much of the world population report being only moderately happy. It then discusses how increasing happiness could positively impact individuals, families, communities and societies through increased compassion, creativity, health and more. Several specific methods for increasing happiness, such as thinking positively, smiling, and focusing on gratitude, are presented. The overall message is that happiness should be a high goal that provides benefits.

1. BE HAPPY

2. FEED HAPPINESS

3. the happiest people aren't the
ones with the most money, things,
friends, power, attention, health or
even love. Neither are they always
the ones with the least, although an
unsurprisingly high number are.

4. world’s 37 percent of the
happiest people on Forbes
list of Wealthiest
countries: Americans are less
1. Nigeria happy than the
average American.
2. Mexico
3. Venezuela
4. El Salvador
5. Puerto Rico

5. americans are,
on average, only
69 percent
happy. the world population is,
on average, less than
65 percent happy.
americans earning
more than $10 million
annually are only
slightly happier than
average americans

6. if almost half the world’s population
is unhappy, what would life be like if
that happiness increased?

7. As we become happier we become
more compassionate, more creative,
more energetic, more financially
successful and more emotionally
and physically healthy.

8. very happy
individuals
would not
commit acts
of terror.
very happy
countries would not
wage unjust wars.

9. happiness is both our highest
goal and an extremely effective
means of achieving many of
our other cherished goals.

10. benefits families, communities, and society
more cooperation and charitableness
superior work outcomes
stronger immune system
longer life
larger social rewards
better emotional health
more activity, energy, and flow
less symptoms of psychopathology
greater self-control and coping abilities

11. the APACHE method
think to oneself; “I feel great”...”I am
very happy”,...”I feel fortunate”...”I
feel splendid”...”I feel confident,” etc.,
for as long a period of time as seems
enjoyable and productive.”
As one senses each unpleasant feeling arising, one
identifies it as precisely as possible, and then calls
to mind the feeling’s opposite.
Vulnerable = I feel so secure

12. ortega happiness method
value happiness
smile by nature
choose your thoughts
laugh at will

13. You are alive.
You are healthy
Someone loves you. YOU WERE BORN
Your children are safe. A WINNER
Someone smiled at you today. beating out
Being unhappy is a waste of time. ALL the other
You can afford three meals a day. spermsicles!
Your partner wants to make you happy.
Your partner smiles when they think of you.
You have safe, pure, clean drinking water.
There’s something you can do better than anyone.
You’re happily employed.
You made a brave decision.
You look damn attractive!
You define success on your own terms.
You’re stronger than you ever believed.
You believed in yourself when no one else did.
You have goals and dreams.

14. Life of purpose.
Your values.
Bear hugs.
Cuddles.
Sunshine. life is
Sunrise. beautiful
Sunsets.
Babies.
Toddlers.
Central heating & hot water.
There are good people in the world.
Cooking / eating your favourite meal.
A real home. With people in it you love.
you’re unique
you can change the world
you can accomplish great things

15. Something fabulous is out there,
taking shape. Emerging, peeking,
calling your name. Get excited!