5 Things You Should Stop Doing If You Want to Be Happy and Healthy

Everyone wants to be happy, but so often negative beliefs and patterns step in the way. But fear not, you can turn your bad day around with these easy steps.

1. Stop worrying about the future.

Don’t waste time worrying about things you can not control. Life is a series of ups and downs and learning to ride the wave can help you feel more comfortable in the now. Recognize that worry is kind of like praying for what you don’t want, yuck, who wants that.

“Worrying does not empty tomorrow of its troubles – it empties today of its strength.” – Mary Engelbreit

2. Stop Shopping…all the time.

Living within your means is the key to being happy and financial comfortable and free, it will help you stay out of debt. More specifically, avoid impulse purchases – concentrate on spending your money where it is necessary. Establish a game plan for your money and stick to the budget.

3. Stop Numbing Yourself.

If you feel blue, what do you do, shop, eat, have sex, workout, shop more, etc. The endless cycle of numbing ourselves has become a regular human condition. The moment a feeling creeps in, we are quick to cover it up with shopping, drugs, alcohol, over working over spending over analyzing over anything but feel the feeling. To be happy get in touch with you feelings pronto.

4. Stop Listening.

People will always have opinions and it is nice to hear from them. But taking others words as gospel can hurt your health and happiness. Insead get in touch with the inner awesome you. What do you want.

5. Stop Putting Off Your Health.

Chances are you have skipped a few doctor and dentist check ups. Maybe you have been skipping workouts and drinking loads of cream and sugar with your coffee. What you do to your body makes a huge impact on your overall happiness and health. If you are failing to take care of you, then nothing else will matter.

Dr. Roane, a West Linn dentist, says that what you put in your mouth has an impact on how you feel and your overall health. Choose to put your health first, which means you stay up to date on dental cleanings, and listen to your body every day.