12 Small Ways to Choose Happiness Today

[@lisac4250]

I am a cancer survivor, domestic abuse survivor, was dying of a heart condition in my 40's and saved by a surgery that even my cardiologist had never heard of. I used to weigh 304 pounds, now I weigh 165. I am 9 1/2 years sober. I am a woman of strong Faith and write a letter to God each morning, I absolutely adore Him! I am nearly always filled with total and absolute gratitude for my abundant Blessings! I found your channel a few weeks ago. I live in a brand new tiny home I ordered last year. 144 sq feet and thanks to following your videos, it is even neater and cleaner than it was. 5 garbage bags of things I thought I absolutely needed went out the door! I am 62 years old now and grateful beyond belief. Love the way you spread the message, keep up the great work and thank you!

[@daphblue]

Very cool story Lisa! Enjoy your weekend

[@carolgeorge6409]

@lisa♥️🥰🙏

[@JoshuaBecker]

And I love the way you left this message and inspiring story! God bless you.

[@dfaithrichoz60]

❤

[@kimr4005]

Very inspiring. Thank you

[@Sharon-ud4ke]

Finding joy in the simple things ... a sunny day, nature , enjoying a cup of coffee etc

[@Bill-kj8io]

Along the lines of treating other well, look for opportunities to pass out compliments. Compliments from a stranger can really make someone’s day. And acting friendly will make you feel more positive towards others. I personally find trying to make myself smile feels unnatural and does not make me any happier, but completing others greatly improves my attitude.

[@janethunt4037]

This may be your best video ever. We live amongst depressed, angry, unhappy people. A lot of people have a strong dose of one or more of those traits. It's contagious. Your suggestions are so helpful for fighting those things.

[@janiceariza2839]

Making the choice to hold back the complaint has shifted my mindset. Thanks, Joshua😊

[@chrysvest4746]

I think a traumatic experience where you almost lose everything, makes you more grateful for everything. Worked for me!

[@celestia486]

I’m very glad you had that experience. No matter how many blessings I count over to take over the worries those strong feelings are still hard to fight there are easier days than others. Just commenting so others don’t feel so alone. We can do this don’t give up they say it’s worth it

[@valerierogers9609]

There's a movie dialog I never forgot: It is so simple to be happy, but it is so difficult to be simple.

[@jenniemurphy1242]

Wow - what a wonderful video. My husband has dementia and your videos give me such peace and comfort. Thank you Joshua😊

[@sashacooper9764]

Wishing you a lovely day there Jenni

[@janisstrohl5712]

❤There is always, always, always something for which to be grateful.❤

[@JoshuaBecker]

True.

[@TammyGates-k9f]

Amen!

[@mezwilson]

This is so true. I'm finding so much power in gratitude, even for little things.

[@goodenoughgirl8102]

Lol. Mirror talk has been a pretty effective part of my abuse recovery work. I think it’s pretty miraculous that I can find happiness even with all the valid reasons I have to not ever be happy. Well I’m not happy Bcuz I’ve had to deal with narcissistic parents, but I can still be happy in spite of it. At least now I can. I used to not be much able to at all. I think it does prove that you can find happiness even in some really horrible circumstances and environments. Although I’d def recommend extricating yourself from a toxic environment as much as humanly possible. Indeed that is one proactive choice we can make to increase happiness. That’s true Bcuz it helps you see more how you don’t have to just sit there and put up with it all the time. That one choice makes me feel a lot happier almost automatically. It’s a sad fact that there are people in this world who work very hard to put a frown on your face…on purpose. And it is often shocking who they really are. But yet today I am choosing happiness wherever and however else I can. And today they’re not around (as it goes with many days Bcuz I don’t invite their chaos into my space anymore if I can avoid it) and that makes me happy. I could cry over being “alone” or Bcuz my own parents don’t love me or over all the losses and injury they’ve caused me in life….or I could smile over another drama and abuse free day. So I shall smile. And I had plenty of crying already. Prob needed to cry over it. But not today. Time to move on to better things, as certain sad facts will never change anyways. And really tho. It is possible to both be sad and happy at the same time. Sad about one thing and yet happy about another thing. Perhaps the real trick is not letting the sadness about truly legit sad things overtake everything in your life and swallow you up within it and drown you. Grief is a part of our human existence, but it shouldn’t have to be a constant grievous life of abject misery and suffering and sadness.

[@k.j.lindsey3048]

Starting with a Lincoln quote is a great way to begin!

[@catherinemacapagal1640]

I have a tshirt with the following design written infront: “Choose To Be Happy!” With your video this week, it’s meaning have come more alive and full of meaning. Thank you joshua for this week’s inspiring message.

[@barbaradelira6790]

I'm grateful for a place to live, something to eat, & that God has blessed me with an abundance of family!! Even the little things count.

[@TammyGates-k9f]

I loved your 12-ways to choose happiness! It’s not just a mindset, but a daily “choice”. Life is not always easy and I find it more and more desirable to embrace the small victories not just for myself, but to include other’s in their journey as well!❤😊 James 1:2-6

[@KathyRausch]

This was really helpful to me today. I of course have heard most of them, and yet, I often choose to not do them. I always blame it on my childhood where I felt alone and afraid most of the time. I want to go into more details as to why, but I have come to realize that this DOES NOT help me any longer. I have had so many amazingly wonderful things happen in my life, and in my childhood. Thank you!

[@et1016]

It’s super easy to be happy and joyful when you have a roof over your head and are able to feed your children.

[@knitnkitten]

🥺Sounds like you understand homelessness & poverty from first-hand experience. 💔❤️‍🩹❤️ I agree. Economic security is essential for a happy healthy life. Hugs to you🧸

[@lynnoorman2144]

But so many people who have a roof over their heads and can feed their children choose to be miserable- just wanting more and more. If they only spent some time working with the disadvantaged they might count their blessings, become kinder and the world might become a better place. Such as volunteering in a foodbank or hospital society ( in the UK there folk who volunteer to push trolleys of snacks and newspapers round the wards)

[@celestia486]

I’m glad I’m not alone here I don’t have kids thank god but I still have family :(

[@abipugh9861]

My favourite of all your videos so far. Thank you Joshua, a lovely reminder that happiness can’t be chased…❤

[@JoshuaBecker]

You are very kind, thank you.

[@joycegaylord7760]

Agreed it is one of his best!

[@celestia486]

But .. I am chasing it I’m actively choosing to chase after it

[@sarazacharias2705]

Thank you for sharing these 12 ways to choose happiness...they may be small ways but can impact greatly! I love the reminder to choose joy. Counting our blessings should be done frequently. You blessed us with an excellent video today! ❤ I will watch it again to write down the 12 ways.

[@s.guidry2222]

Absolutely a very helpful message! 💕 Joy , choose it. It’s about changing how you think and making a practice for happiness. Write this stuff down everyone and read it again and again , do the work, and watch things change. Thank you mr Becker. I bought your book, Things That Matter,, my new favorite book. 💕❤️🙌🏽🥳

[@prakharagarwal8775]

Everything that is happening is by GOD's will. We just need to believe that.❤ and Smile

[@dtaylor77]

Number 12 Search for benefit in your pain. That comes at the right time for me. I hope I can find some benefit in the heart break I am going through right now, not sure what it is yet though.

[@AstridWayman]

Your input has helped me so much Joshua, thank you for your calm and kind way. Not only did I finally start my decluttering process, it came with the most wonderful side effects like a healthier living, calmer heart and mind and a clearer focus on the good things that matter to me, most importantly my faith (I only found out lately your Christian connection). Even if we practice most things you talk about, it helps tremendously to be reminded and stay inspired. Feeling grateful !

[@sophiaatopley7514]

Lately I wake up on my own terms. Someway somehow its working for me. I have stopped rushing out the door to work. I'll rather plan my day ahead of time and wake up just in time to avoid lateness.Thanks Joshua

[@carriehebbelinck8188]

Sometimes I am bursting with gratefulness but happiness is hard for me because I’m always worrying about something, I just can’t stop the intrusive thoughts 😟😔😔

[@dilipanand1676]

❤😊 Prayer is also a form of meditation

[@clairebuckland8957]

I particularly agree that practicing gratitude promotes happiness. I write a gratitude list at the beginning of the day and it sets me up for a happy day. It’s hard to feel blue when counting one’s blessings. I look forward to your videos every week and they lift me up every time. Thank you Joshua.

[@lynnhendley8910]

My motto is "Don't let anyone or anything steal your Joy and your Sparkle. "

[@carolgeorge6409]

@lynn love tha♥️

[@Sharon-ud4ke]

I remind myself to do this everyday

[@carolreece9950]

Thank you Joshua, just what I needed to hear today 😊

[@Kompyuter_Tarmoqlari]

Thank you for your recommendations, i got to learn most sustainable ways to be happy in our sophisticated world by watching this video.

[@bethannawhite2275]

One of your best and I have followed you for a while. Good basic and do a doable. Blessings from Tulsa

[@Mushroom321-]

" set time , wake up on your own terms " . 😮😮😼👏👏

[@juliepichel9352]

Thank you. Needed that today!!

[@katheebowyer9449]

Always a pleasure to hear your voice and words of wisdom. Have a beautiful day.❤

[@isabelkassan5244]

Thank you! A super way to start Sunday and every day

[@MK.MK.]

Hi Joshua! Watching your videos make me happy! Your awesome! I follow your steps 🚶‍♂️ like you mention in your videos. For example wake up and look outside, choose kindness, etc. God bless you!!

[@carlamendoncapeixoto]

Joshua boa noite. Parabéns pela mensagem linda, e inspiradora. Muita luz em sua vida! Gratidão e um grande abraço daqui do Brasil!

[@rosali_ilovestamping]

Your chuckling during the “coffee scene” made me laugh as well. 😁

[@paula9197]

An excellent, thought provoking video 😊 Even wrote down each point in my daily planner to see each day and remind myself consistently. Thank you for the video!

[@junelovvorn3221]

Thank you Joshua for this inspiring message. It was a great one!!!

[@meledinmn]

Thanks, I needed that! Appreciate you are making your videos slightly longer with more content.

[@brendasparks6234]

Thank you. God tells us count it all joy.

[@LoveToCreatebyTonya]

Thank you,I needed to hear this today😊

[@christinaprice5764]

Loved this!

[@deborahcameron7129]

Thank you for the reminder and positive message.

[@msj246]

Thank you, Joshua. 😊

[@SarahBramham]

Just what I needed to hear in this season. Thank you ♥️

[@taara5821]

Hi Joshua Becker your one minute tasks has helped me a lot in time management for me. Also I shared that with my sister.

[@dickietalmage7918]

Thank you so much for your videos ❤😊

[@ByMy-SPIRIT-saysTheLord777]

Love your channel. You are such a fresh breath of air . God bless you hand you’re beautiful family .

[@kimking3466]

Great suggestions! I needed to be reminded of this today. Thank you!

[@Auntie7024]

Thank you for your message today. Peace and blessings to you. 😊

[@andrewellis7656]

Thank you Joshua - all correct & succinct.. So good.

[@nancycerreta5629]

Perfect advice for me today. Bless you.

[@isabelkassan5244]

I would like to listen to this every day! A great motivational video! Aussie Lady

[@deborahpellerito6117]

Thankyou so much for this Joshua

[@lindabekecs2277]

5:01 pm. Great advice! Thanks Joshua

[@terrieaves1682]

Love this!❤

[@amandasymon4363]

Thank you, thank you, thank you 🙏

[@heathergrieve886]

Wise words. I needed this reminder. Thank you.

[@artheemisia]

Very good pieces of advice, Josh! Thank you!

[@veronikab1607]

Thank you, especially the link of those positive affirmations was what I was needed without knowing 😊

[@mscatnipper2359]

I love this list! I will be reviewing this video on a regular basis, until I fully develop all these strategies.

[@eileenmanganella7958]

Keep these coming! 👍🏻🙏🏻😊

[@inesgoncalves5213]

Joshua, every word that you say coukd also be quoted, like Lincoln's words 😄 just stopping by to telll you that I've been watching your videos for some months snd they are a true inspiration. Thank you for tgis❤

[@JoshuaBecker]

Thank you for these kind words.

[@inesgoncalves5213]

@@JoshuaBecker you're very welcome 😊

[@Hannahgrace901]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@1Tootsiebell]

This one is excellent, Joshua. TY. ❤

[@teresaharden9206]

Thank you for the reminder.😊

[@ewaroj]

Thanks

[@wnklee6878]

Great advice! We need to be reminded frequently.

[@jeniefersarmiento4908]

Very positive and inspiring messages..Thank Joshua🙏

[@mikelobrien]

Great list of suggestions, Joshua. Thanks! 😊

[@misssunflower8731]

Thank you, Joshue! Your video are very inspiring!!! with love from Russia 💖💖💖

[@JoshuaBecker]

Thank you.

[@frantucker608]

Some good reminders, thank you for posting!

[@muffincamp]

❤Thank you!!

[@shaistakhan6389]

Thank you for beautifully explaining this .much needed

[@Granefran]

Thanks 🙏✝️♥️

[@jacquelineshukla919]

I find comfort and wisdom in your videos. I will certainly focus on some of your suggestions

[@JaiSilasAya]

Awesome video. Thank you so much!

[@dorisbenedith8664]

❤ I love this video. Thank you so much 💓

[@mpannarosa]

It is true that being kind with others aswe would like them to be kind with us gives happiness. The actual challenge, though, is to be kind to ourselves so that we cannot help but being kind to others.

[@dragonlei3]

Thank you 😊

[@Ruby_Cook]

Beautiful most inspirational many blessings to you 🙏

[@dianeyoung3840]

Thanks for sharing

[@lisabourque1321]

This was wonderful ❤

[@skincaremakeup40]

I feel hopeless.I hve been a widow since 2016(my difficult husband died tragically age 38)i want to stay alone and grow my daughter but my life is so lonely and at the same time i don't want a man.Thanx Lord I'm a teacher in a vocational school:my students are so...in need of everything that I can give them all my love and care.Teaching is saving my life,but sometimes I can't help but feel so tragically alone.Pkease Pray God for me cause I feel and i am the loneliest person in the world

[@siyarakb5305]

Teaching saved my life too...hang in there sis. When I was also sad & lonely, my students ( I called them as my kids) brought so much light & love to my dark sad world. Kids really know how to mend a broken heart. Hang in there, this too shall pass 🙏

[@skincaremakeup40]

@@siyarakb5305 thanx a lot for your words,so it seems i'm heading to the right way!!!

[@rooj736]

Loved this video Joshua, so inspiring and so soulfully truthful ...... thanks for sharing. it so genuine💕

[@penny3767]

Brilliant - thank you so much! ⭐❤🌻

[@simplysilent2980]

Beautiful❣️Thanks for sharing.

[@carolannstevens5814]

Love this!!

[@Mushroom321-]

THANK YOU!!! 😮😮JOSH !!

[@drnicolebeaumont7884]

Brilliant 🎉🎉🎉

[@mickiej1]

Joshua, Thank you for this. As usual, your video is so helpful.

[@tinalavasani6677]

Love this video ❤️

[@VannessaPezzatta]

Have you ever considered putting the audio of your videos on Spotify as just a podcast? Trying to cutout youtube but I do miss listening to you!!

[@kimberlyjohnson6052]

Thank you! ❤

[@ivanajukicgloban6627]

Thank you!Allways an inspiration!❤😊

[@cmeo7642]

What an uplifting video!

[@edwingaray3960]

Inspirational videos

[@rebeccamapes1157]

Thank you. A great message today.