Happiness is one of many possible responses to whatever may be the object of our attention.  It is an opportunity to practice mastering our minds. 

What makes some people seem so happy and others so dower?  I think that happiness is linked to our satisfaction with what we have, where we are, and with whom we keep company.

Often we focus on what we don’t have, where we’d rather be, and the shortcomings of our loved ones, neighbors, and colleagues.  If we want to increase our overall sense of satisfaction or happiness, we need to shift our attention to how much cool stuff we have, the beauty of the places in which we reside, and the endearing characteristics of the people with whom we spend so much time.

Happiness is a choice to embrace and enjoy what is good and plentiful in our lives.