9 Secrets to Being Happy (According to Neil Pasricha’s “The Happiness Equation”) — A Million Happy Thoughts

Originally published at www.amillionhappythoughts.com

Wouldn’t it be nice if there was some sort of recipe we could follow that would give us happiness, love and joy?

“Mix together 1 part self-esteem with 2 parts relationships and 4 parts fulfillment. Bake for two hours and enjoy.”

Unfortunately, life doesn’t come with instructions like that. But sometimes, there are books that can help.

In his book “The Happiness Equation,” author Neil Pasricha shares what he believes are the nine secrets that will lead you to happiness.

Secret #1: Be Happy First

We’re often told that if we put in good work, we will be successful, and then we will be happy.

But in real life, it doesn’t work like that. Instead, happiness belongs at the beginning. If you’re happy, then you’ll do great work because you feel good about it. And great work leads to big success.

It’s okay to have negative thoughts. Everyone has them. Our species evolved to feel dissatisfied because it helped us seek out food and safety (and thus, survive). It’s normal to feel unhappy sometimes.