Thinking Oneself Into Happiness

Picacho Hill, New Mexico - Click to enlarge pic

This wonderful little poem 
by the late  Robert E.  Farley
has many great tips for
keeping ourselves happy and productive:  



Think  of  the  things  that  make  you  happy,
Not the things that make you sad;


Think of the fine and true in mankind,
Not its sordid side and bad;


Think of the blessings that surround you,
Not the ones that are denied;


Think of the virtues of your friendships,
Not the weak and faulty side;

Think of the gains you've made in business,
Not the losses you've incurred;


Think of the good of you that's spoken,
Not some cruel, hostile word;


Think of the days of health and pleasure,
Not the days of woe and pain;


Think of the days alive with sunshine,
Not the dismal days of rain;

Think of the hopes that lie before you,
Not the waste that lies behind;


Think of the treasures you have gathered,
Not the ones you failed to find;


Think of the service you may render,
Not of serving self alone;


Think of the happiness of others,
And in this you'll find your own !

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