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		<title>Start the New Year with Happiness</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[There is a paradox that says &#8221; Happiness is healthy.. even in small doses&#8230; &#8221;  and this is a good thing to keep on remembering for the start of the new year.  Is it some magic power that gives happy people that resilience to sickness and life&#8217;s little challenges?  When studies say [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There is a paradox that says &#8221; Happiness is healthy.. even in small doses&#8230; &#8221;  and this is a good thing to keep on remembering for the start of the new year.  Is it some magic power that gives happy people that resilience to sickness and life&#8217;s little challenges?  When studies say that these micro-moments of joy are truly essential in keeping one happy, there&#8217;s all the more reason to keep your one year supply of smileys for good.<span id="more-606"></span></p>
<p>The bitter sweet reality of life is not without trials and sufferings that may pierce this bubble of joy we wrap ourselves in.  But, remember that there is no mountain high enough when it comes to facing life&#8217;s battles, and keeping positive emotions and attitude will truly make that big difference in how you live your life for the better.  People are thinking too much of the future and the past, when all they really need is to focus in the NOW and strive to be happy &#8211; in the NOW.</p>
<p>Happiness and health are simply linked together.  As they say, laughter is the best medicine and positive psychology can only bring emotional resilience that contributes to good health and a good outlook in life.  This is why happy people are less stressed than their unhappy counterparts.  Happiness and health simply goes hand in hand and you need to keep in mind that there is no true health &#8211; without that bottle of joy.</p>
<p><strong>How to Have a Happiness Quick Fix:</strong></p>
<p>In just an hour, you may try doing the suggestions below, which can rev up your happiness level, boosting that positive mood in the limelight.</p>
<p><strong>1.  Keep on Moving</strong></p>
<p>Be it a simple dance to your favorite music, a brisk walk on your lawn, or putting more energy in the way you speak over the phone &#8211; just keep on moving and raise that energy level.  Don&#8217;t just sit back and sulk all day.  Move and keep that energy pumping, stimulating your brain to give you that feel-good mood.</p>
<p><strong>2.  Go the Extra Mile</strong></p>
<p>Reach out and renew those ties with your family, co-workers, and friends.  If you have been estranged with people who were close to you, it&#8217;s time to heal the wounds, forgive, and live a happier relationship.</p>
<p><strong>3.  Stop Procrastinating</strong></p>
<p>Problems don&#8217;t go away no matter how you try to hide or ignore it.  The more you keep your door closed, the more these problems will pile up outside your doorsteps.  Try to clean out your nagging tasks and deal with your issues.  It can be paying off your bad debts, dealing with an insurance, or facing the woes of foreclosure.  There is always a solution to each problem and the more you face each of it, the more you lessen your burden, and the happier you become.</p>
<p><strong>4.  Live in Zen</strong></p>
<p>It is true that your home and environment contributes to your positive energy and mood.  Start clearing up that clutter in your home and create a serene living space that is conducive to peace and relaxation.  You may try using color therapy that will bring out that peace of mind and smile each morning you wake up and each night you go to sleep.</p>
<p><strong>5.  Be a Good Samaritan</strong></p>
<p>Doing good deeds doesn&#8217;t have to be for people that you know.  Do a stranger that kind favor.  Even a sincere smile can brighten up someone&#8217;s day.  When you do something good, you feel good in return, increasing that happiness factor inside of you.</p>
<p><strong>6.  Induce Happiness</strong></p>
<p>This doesn&#8217;t mean faking that happy feeling.  If you really can&#8217;t stop feeling the blues, you can take yourself to a laughter therapy, a smile yoga session, or just watch a funny flick as you snuggle between the sheets.  Remember that a simple smile boosts your mood, not to mention opening your air passage to bring in more oxygen to your body, blood, and brain.</p>
<p>Strive to be happy&#8230;. this is a must for the start of the year!  Do you really want to live your life in constant worries and fears?  Although life is not without its trials, facing it with happiness will give you that upper hand in making you glide through life like one would do on a summer day.  There is just enough evidence that shows unhappiness as linked to anxiety, stress, depression &#8211; that leads to poorer health.  Your negativity will weaken your immune system, making your body a perfect host for various diseases and health conditions.  Is that what you really want for your life?</p>
<p>Living a healthy life is as simple as being happy about your life&#8230; and making the right choices in finding your <strong><a href="http://co-creatinghealth.com/">natural healing</a></strong>.  <em>Be Happy.. Be Healthy!</em></p>
<p><strong>Power of One &#8211; Daily positive affirmations for attracting success, happiness and health:</strong></p>
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