Three lies your mind tells you about happiness and peace

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​Takeaway Summaries:

• Happiness isn't tied to external achievements. Focus on appreciating what you have now.
• Happiness isn't genetic. You can learn to be optimistic.
• Distractions don't lead to lasting happiness. Face challenges with mindfulness.

Article:
Lie 1: When your circumstances change, you will become happier.
We often believe that happiness will come when we achieve certain goals, like getting the perfect job, finding the perfect partner, or becoming wealthy. We may even believe that others need to change for us to be happy.
The truth is, happiness comes from within. Focus on yourself and the present moment. Appreciate the good things in your life and practice gratitude. If you can find happiness now, you can find it in any situation.
Lie 2: You are born with or without the "Happy" gene - there is nothing you can do.
Some people seem naturally happy, regardless of their circumstances. You might wonder if they have a special "happy gene." However, science hasn't proven the existence of such a gene.
We learn negative beliefs about happiness from our families, friends, and surroundings. But we can change our behavior and beliefs to become happier. One way to do this is by learning to be optimistic, as described in Martin Seligman's book "Learned Optimism."
Lie 3: You can distract yourself into happiness.
We might try to avoid feeling depressed or stressed by using alcohol, drugs, or other distractions. But these are just temporary escapes and don't lead to true happiness or peace.
To find lasting happiness, we need to face life's challenges directly. Focus and objectivity can help us find solutions and cope with difficulties. Mindfulness practice can be helpful during both good and bad times.
Understanding Your Brain:
Jill Bolte Taylor's TED Talk offers a unique perspective on how the two parts of our brain work. It helps us understand why we sometimes think and act in seemingly contradictory ways.
Book Recommendation:

• "Learned Optimism: How to Change Your Mind and Your Life" by Martin E. P. Seligman

TED Talk:

• Jill Bolte Taylor: My Stroke of Insight

Action Steps:

1. Practice Gratitude: Each day, write down three things you're grateful for.
2. Challenge Negative Thoughts: When you notice a negative thought, try to reframe it in a more positive or realistic way.
3. Learn Mindfulness: Start with a few minutes of mindful breathing each day and gradually increase the time.

Remember, happiness is a journey, not a destination. By understanding the lies your mind tells you and taking active steps to cultivate happiness, you can create a more peaceful and fulfilling life.

See Jill Bolte Taylor's famous TED video link below on the left versus right brain.  Her explanation gives us a unique perspective on how the two parts of our brain work - often in very different ways.

Learned Optimism: How to Change Your Mind and Your Life
Martin E. P. Seligman (Paperback - Jan 3, 2006)
$10.20

http://blog.ted.com/2008/03/jill_bolte_tayl.php 
Neuroanatomist Jill Bolte Taylor had an opportunity few brain scientists would wish for: One morning, she realized she was having a massive stroke. As it happened -- as she felt her brain functions slip away one by one, speech, movement, understanding -- she studied and remembered every moment. This is a powerful story of recovery and awareness -- of how our brains define us and connect us to the world and to one another. (Recorded February 2008 in Monterey, California. Duration: 18:44.)