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​What Makes You Happy

Checklist

Choose the items from the list below that you believe lead to happiness.
​There are 75 words and phrases; choose all that apply.
Before you begin, you might want to copy the list into a Word doc so you can change the color of your answers.
I suggest adding the date as well.
​
    equality     intelligence     gratitude     owning your home     trust     being a leader    

feeling appreciated     bravery     sincerity     physical safety     winning

being admired     generosity     having a romantic partner     humility
​     
owning a business     kindness     being in control     integrity

being athletic or fit     concern for the environment     competition     love

feeling joy      being independent     cooperation     meaningful work

forgiveness     financial security     family     following the rules     inner peace    

​being anxiety-free     expensive possessions     mental health     belonging

self confidence     close friends     feeling respected     high net worth or salary

feeling attractive     individuality     being helpful     the natural world     self love

being an elitist     spirituality     an advanced education     tolerance     creativity

health     giving back     feeling appreciated     self control     feeling accepted by society

holding an executive position     honesty     strong work ethic     sharing

​strong sense of purpose     being dominant     attractive family and friends     empathy

freedom to live the way you want     emotional support     receiving complements                        

knowing who you are     humor     being gifted     self discipline     patience

passion     ​intuition     self expression     success    

​************************

When you've finished, review your list. Look for: 
​
*  how many items refer to your inner world? _______
*  how many items refer to your outer world? _______
* how often are you looking for validation outside yourself?
​* what would you like to change about yourself?

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    • 13 Techniques to Overcome Feeling Socially Awkward
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    • The Complicated Path of Healing From a Dysfunctional Family
    • 9 Ways to Build Resilience
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    • 7 ways to stop feeling like a victim
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    • The Velveteen Rabbit
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    • 10 Guided Meditations for Wellness - a curated list
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    • The Guest House
    • A Simple Meditation & Reflection Practice
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    • A Prayer For Self Love
    • Where the Sidewalk Ends
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    • What Makes You Happy Checklist
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