Happiness

Written By Leith McHugh

Today we explored the idea that happiness is not something we find someday in the future - it is something we cultivate through intentional practices and daily choices.

Using insights from Hardwired for Happiness by Ashish Kothari, we discussed nine practices that can help us create a more meaningful, fulfilling, and joyful life:

1. Self Awareness
2. Mindfulness
3. Purpose
4. Intention
5. Gratitude
6. Compassion
7. Forgiveness
8. Connection
9. Courage

We reflected on how many of us spend time waiting for happiness to arrive when circumstances change. Yet happiness often grows through small, consistent actions that help us become more aware, connected, intentional, and aligned with what matters most.

Through discussion and journaling, we considered what happiness means to us personally, where we may already be creating it in our lives, and where there may be opportunities for growth.

We also explored the idea that happiness is often shaped by small, intentional actions rather than external circumstances alone.

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  • As you continue reflecting on today's topic, consider revisiting some of these questions:

    - Which areas of your life feel most supportive of your happiness right now?
    - Which areas could benefit from more attention or intention?
    - What patterns, habits, or beliefs may be contributing to your current experience?
    - What might become possible if you focused a little more energy on what matters most to you?

    Imagine yourself one year from now feeling more fulfilled, connected, and aligned.
    - What would be different?
    - What is one small step you can take this week that would move you in that direction?

  • Happiness is not always something we find. Often, it is something we cultivate through awareness, intention, and the choices we make each day.

    Small shifts practiced consistently can create meaningful change over time.

  • I create happiness from the inside out through the choices I make each day.

  • Book: Hardwired for Happiness
    Video: Give it to God

Leith McHugh

Leith is a connector, inviter & truthteller.

She has been married for over 32 years and has three offspring.

One thing that makes Leith jump out of bed every day is supporting humans in living a vibrant and abundant life that is in alignment with themselves, their intentions, and values, by giving them practical tools to implement in life so they can begin to LIVE DIFFERENT.

https://www.leithmchugh.com
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