September 9, 2018Erin Nicole
How do you define happiness? Having a ton of money in the bank? A hot significant other? Or maybe its taking the best vacations whenever you want? Susan Kane states in her Psychology Today Article those that connect with others are happier. So it isn’t about how much money you have or how cute your girlfriend is, or even how nice of vacations you can take. The quality of our relationships is our best advocate to increasing our happiness factor.
So how we successfully connect with others? Some people are natural born social creatures. For those of us that struggle with this part of our lives, I have outlined 5 hot tips from the experts. In addition, I have included an interview with a successful Instagram leader in positive psychology.
#1 Hot Tip: Like attracts like.
Dr. Margaret Paul writes in her Huffington Post article on why you attract who you attract here. .Let us know your thoughts, comments and reactions below⤵️⤵️⤵️⤵️⤵️
#2 Hot Tip: Know what you’re looking for: i.e. values, standards.
Here is a great article on building extraordinary relationships in alignment with your values and standards.
Which habit will you implement today?
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#3 Hot Tip: Communicate even when you disagree (and especially when you do).
Lolly Daskal writes an incredible 7 simple ways to deal with disagreements effectively here.
Comment below ⤵️⤵️⤵️ with your favorite one that you can implement the next time you have a disagreement!
Interview with Brian Fulginiti
To connect with Brian follow his Instagram page: @The_Mindset_Motivator. To order his morning motivation book go here.
Q: Hey Brian, can you share a bit of your background related to mindset and your theoretical approach?
A: I work with disabled children, I am also a music producer and singer/songwriter, author, vocal coach, believer in God and believe in a taking action to keep a positive mindset.
Q: What advice would you give our readers who want to improve their mindset?
A: Happiness and positivity are a daily intentional practice. Surround yourself with positive people. Take moments throughout the day for silence to reflect on your purpose. Pay attention to what you read/watch.
Q: Move Happy™ is about building community. What tips do you have for our readers who want to get connected to a community?
A: Find like minded people in your community by joining a group that interests you. Meetup.org is a great resource if you’re new to an area.
Q: Move Happy™ is also about fitness for life, even if your budget is tight. What’s your favorite way to move your body?
A: Elevate app, walk a mile every day. It’s funny you mentioned the budget part because I was on disability from a medical injury for 4 years. I was on a very limited budget and decided when I came home from my surgery that I would walk a mile every day. I never regretted exercise. It’s good for your body, mind, and mood.
Q: Any other tips you want to share with our audience?
A: Have a morning routine, exercise daily, sing daily, dance daily, and have 10 minutes of silence every day.
Q: Lastly for fun, if you could be any superhero, who would you be and why?
A: Incredible hulk, I would be strong to protect against the bad guys and negativity and also caring for the weak and vulnerable.
Thanks Brian for the awesome tips!
#4 Hot Tip: Assume the best in the other person.
Alicia Fannin writes about why we should assume the best in others for our benefit. Check it out here.
Let us know which point spoke to you most below. 🎉
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#5 Hot Tip: Communicate when you’re in your best mood.
If you’re feeling cranky/angry/tired etc, let them know you’re not at your best and request space if you need it.
In this Huffington Post Article, there is a good video that goes over how our words and emotions affect our communication.
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Happiness is in having good wholesome relationships. Remember when working on building relationships, follow these 5 tips: like attracts like so be like those you want to attract, know what you’re looking for in values and standards and go after that in relationships, communicate even when you disagree, assume the best in the other person, and communicate when you’re in your best mood.
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