Monthly Archives: November 2011

Why do we blame others to feel better? / ¿Por qué culpamos a los demás para sentirnos mejor?

Posted on November 29, 2011 by admin

Reading Facebook’s updates I saw few comments from a friend blaming the train company for arriving late at work, few lines later, he blames politicians for not running the country like he would like, then when people vote another option, he … Continue reading →

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Daily tips to be happier #12 / Consejos diarios para ser más feliz #12

Posted on November 28, 2011 by admin

#12 Dance, dance, dance. Turn on some music you like, close the curtains and express yourself through your dance. It doesn’t matter if your dance is right or not, artistic or improvised, fast or slow, erratic or choreographed,…it just have … Continue reading →

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Having a partner, makes you happier? / Tener pareja, ¿te hace más feliz?

Posted on November 25, 2011 by admin

Before starting SYH I decided to do a little survey between my friends asking them what make them happier. Most people answered that being with their partners, family or kids make them happier. It sound very obvious to me since … Continue reading →

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Don’t let a bad day make you feel bad (or is the other way around?) / No dejes que un mal día te haga sentir mal (¿o es al revés?)

Posted on November 24, 2011 by admin

Today I woke up feeling “like an old rag”: feeling cold, with a horrible headache, sore throat and a bit sick…I think flu is “around me” and it was easy to fall into the temptation of having a very bad … Continue reading →

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The 10 happiest jobs / Los 10 trabajos más felices

Posted on November 24, 2011 by admin

According to a survey by the National Organization for Research at the University of Chicago, these are the 10 happiest jobs: Clergy Firefighters Physical therapists Authors Special education teachers Teachers Artists Psychologists Financial services sales agents Operating engineers Why are … Continue reading →

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A simple objective for today: I want to make others happier / Un simple objetivo para hoy: quiero hacer más feliz a otras personas

Posted on November 23, 2011 by admin

Today is a very important day at home, my partner starts a new professional challenge and I can’t explain you with words the joy I felt when I saw his smile and happiness this morning knowing that he has new … Continue reading →

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Do we need $75,000 a year to be happy? / ¿Necesitamos 75.000$ al año para ser felices?

Posted on November 21, 2011 by admin

People say money doesn’t buy happiness. But according to a study from Princeton University‘s Woodrow Wilson School, it sort of does till a certain level: The lower a person’s annual income falls below $75,000, the unhappier he or she feels. … Continue reading →

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Daily tips to be happier #11 / Consejos diarios para ser más feliz #11

Posted on November 16, 2011 by admin

#11 Take a nap. Sometimes an afternoon nap is all what you’re looking for. Even a 10 to 15 minutes can help you fell more energized and happy and it is beneficial for your health and well being. #11 . … Continue reading →

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Daily tips to be happier #10 / Consejos diarios para ser más feliz #10

Posted on November 15, 2011 by admin

#10 Hug. Hugging is a non-verbal way of showing affection and it’s also good for showing empathy and providing comfort. When your are upset, there’s nothing like a good hug, it makes you feel better and happier. Expressing affection (hugging and … Continue reading →

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Daily tips to be happier #9 / Consejos diarios para ser más feliz #9

Posted on November 12, 2011 by admin

#9 Be kind in small ways. These little kind things will pay you back by making you feel better about yourself. Why don’t you try some of these today?: Let someone in into your lane while driving your car. Hold up … Continue reading →

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