LIF 030— How to Be Happy In Life — What Ancient Wisdom Teaches Us About Happiness
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How to Be Happy In Life — What Ancient Wisdom Teaches Us About Happiness
Since ancient times, people have been searching for the secrets to living a happier, longer life. Get ready for the secrets of happiness to be unveiled!
In episode 030 of The Live it Forward Show, Kent Julian reveals 4 ways you can live a longer, happier life.
- Perception Is Everything
- Boost Your Happiness By Changing Your Beliefs
- You Cannot Control Everything, So Quit Trying
- Prepare For and Reflect On Each Day
None of these ideas are new ideas. They were passed down to us from ancient philosophers and teachers. Yet even though these concepts are thousands of years old, science continues to prove their value. Listen to this week's episode to see how well your life lines up with these ancient truths.
Show Notes — How to Be Happy In Life
1. Welcome to the show
2. Early-bird registration for the Live It Forward ADVANCE Conference ends Wednesday, October 12, 2016
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3. Special Thank You
- Andy Perkins — Check out Andy's amazing non-profit work in Liberia
4. Ratings and Reviews
- Beth Wright Underwood — Gravity
- Dr. Keith Spanberger — Kingdom Thinking
5. How To Be Happy in Life
Perception Is Everything
- What you believe is what you'll get
- Emotions follow beliefs
Boost Your Happiness By Changing Your Beliefs
- Shift your focus
- Don't focus on the event, change your view of the event
- Ask yourself if you are thinking rationally
You Cannot Control Everything So Quit Trying
- E+R=O (events+response=outcome)
- Free yourself and be happy by giving up control
- Focus on what you CAN change
Prepare For and Reflect On Each Day
- Experience true joy and happiness
- Set the tone for the day
- Reflect on the experiences you've had each day
6. Kent shares introductions from two Live it forward ADVANCE guest speakers:
- Bruce Van Horn — An Invitation To A Party
- Jill Davis — How To Live A Life Of Mischievous Joy
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- Join Kent Julian at the Live It Forward ADVANCE Conference
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- Andy Perkins — Check out Andy's amazing non-profit work in Liberia
- E+R=O Wristband
- Text FORWARD to 44222 for resources on the go
- Article — Lead Your Life From Quiet
- Beth Wright Underwood's book — Gravity
- Dr. Keith Spanberger — Kingdom Thinking
- Read the article that was the foundation for this podcast episode here — Ancient Wisdom Teachings For Greater Happiness
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