Most people want to be happy, but few know howto find happiness. Money and success (成功)alone do not bring lasting happiness. Aristotle, a Greek thinker,said. "Happiness depends upon ourselves." In other words, we make ourown happiness. Here are a few suggestions to help you be happier.
The first secret of happinessis to enjoy the simple things in life. Too often, we spend so much timethinking about the future—forexample, getting into college or getting a good job—thatwe fail to enjoy the present. You should enjoy life's simple pleasures, such asreading a good book, listening to your favorite music, or spending time withclose friends. People who have several close friends often live happier andhealthier lives.
Another secret of living a happylife is to be active. Many people go dancing or play sports. People can forgetabout their problems and only think about the activities.
Finally, many people findhappiness in helping others. Studies show that people feel good when they spendtheir time helping others. If you want to feel happier, do good things forsomeone. You can help a friend with his or her studies, go shopping to buy foodfor an elderly person, or simply help out around the house by washing thedishes.
