The Simple Secret of Being Happier | Tia Graham | TEDxManitouSprings

[@za761]

Choice of happiness: 1. Spend a lot of quality time with family and friends 2. Getting a good night sleep 3. Moving at least 4 times a week. Do not exercise to look good but to be happier 4. Do work that you like, enjoy doing...change career, volunteering, spend time in nature, helping others

[@TiaGraham]

Yes! And meditate/pray/spirituality, reading, music, dancing, living wit awe and gratitude, learning and growing, etc. There are SO many happiness choices based on the science of happiness.

[@seblewengelgetachew6105]

Thanks!

[@somar1699]

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[@easypeasy_life]

If you believe that will be all of them

[@Pixel8Head]

Thanks! You saved me 15 mins of my life 👍👍

[@millig8980]

I am 46 years old and my experience has taught me that happiness starts by creating a positive and welcoming environment for happiness. That is by getting read of toxic people, getting read of guilt, getting rid of trauma, getting rid of bad memories, improving self worth, loving ourselves, learning ourselves and understanding we only have one life 🤔..

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you for watching my talk and sharing your perspective and experience! Your advice is fantastic and I agree with all of it. I regularly say to myself, you are alive and healthy - what a massive gift!

[@tannhauser5399]

Agree. And a lot of that has also been known before, since the ancient philosopher's time, or even how brain process the reality and various experiences (sort of following modern Eduardo Kastrup or Donald Hoffman and more, not going into ancient philosophers). It is just almost like we have mostly forgotten about it, or simply don't have time to think about it in the modern world, especially with constant day to day issues, cost of living, worrying, work/job, health issues, or even nobody to talk to when we need to, and so on (a very simple basic approach here, as the issues are much more deeper than it). But yeah, at the end... most of it is in your mind, how you react, how you are seeing everything and... in a way how to create your own environment for happiness. And you are right about toxic people, no matter if this is a private life, friends, or family or co-workers. Get rid of people like that. Guilt and trauma? The same but that is a tough one to crack in a lot of cases. Especially guilt (and psychology is full of examples of it). I guess what I'm saying is that I agree 100%, and also I love the presentation from Tia. You can feel the experience in the voice, and also somebody who wants to share her own life experience with us.

[@SarsiSacapaño]

Thank you ❤❤❤

[@youcantleavethisempty8872]

"Spend time doing things you really enjoy doing." Easier said than done in a world where the cost of living is so high, wages are so stagnant, and the amount of free time is so limited.

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you for taking the time to watch my talk and share your perspective. Our life circumstances and genetics do contribute to how happy we are and it is also our choices. People are happier and have higher levels of well-being in countries like Finland and Denmark, where the citizens are supported with social services such as inexpensive childcare and college, etc. With limited free time, here are a few happiness habits that are based on research: meditating, exercise, helping other people or animals, reading, dancing, listening to music, listening to motivating podcasts, NOT watching the news on TV, not spending very much time on social media, yoga, etc.

[@israelgutierrez7892]

Mmmmm so if i do all that would ill be happy then who helps my kids w their homework or if something breaks in the house or you have an emergency focusing a lot on myself and leaving aside the problems of my family and said i dont care is me time then i dont think i will be able to fix all the rest and responsabilities that i do have

[@bigceec15]

​@@israelgutierrez7892 Think of the positives in life not the things that could go wrong. Life is going to be what we make it.

[@bexruzelmurodov1698]

The speaker is so energetic and lovely that urge me to feel like more happier

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you so much! Choose happiness for yourself and use the science of happiness to increase and sustain it.

[@spritzpistol]

I’ve always found It’s about a little bit of selfishness (spending ME time), dropping bad friends and family, fresh air, sunshine, good healthy food, and most of all don’t dwell on the past and certainly not on the bad times. This vid is great advice and once you’re happy a lot of the health issues can dissipate too😊

[@TiaGraham]

We believe and perceive that being selfish is not a positive thing - it is! When we take care of ourselves, we can take better care of the people that we love. Our social circle is SO important and yes to focusing more on the future. We can all be more self-compassionate about the past and practice forgiveness. Thank you for sharing your comment.

[@jacobbear]

What a great talk! I'm already doing many of the things she mentioned, but I often feel guilty about the time I spend hiking, sleeping, petting my cats and hugging my wife. It's good to hear the research showing that these things can not only make you happier, but more productive as well. I'm glad Tia gave me some confirmation. Also, her dad sounds really cool!

[@bitchn_betty]

It's truly the little things that are most important. Try not to feel guilty, but when you do think of me. I would have committed suicide years ago if I didn't have my cats to pet.

[@maileevyne5000]

I'm glad you mention the guilt of doing something else. I feel it too. It's not just me. 😌

[@deutschmitpurple2918]

I totally agree with you

[@Malinakalandarova]

😊

[@sleepsmartsmashstress740]

Things like hugging the wife cn even make you more reproductive as well.

[@mademoiselledusfonctionell1609]

This is so simplistic. When trauma after trauma puts you in a bad place, there is no happiness for you to choose. When depression hits you badly, happiness is not within your reach.

[@TiaGraham]

Yes, when you are affected by trauma, you must focus on healing your mind, body and spirit from that trauma. I highly recommend the book, The Body Keeps the Score. It is filled with research, stories, and proven strategies to heal from trauma. If and when people are depressed, I highly recommend partnering with professionals that you trust to support you. Exercise, meditation, healthy foods, doing meaningful work, volunteering, journaling when you are going through pain, and many other choices also support people who are depressed.

[@elenamaldonado7304]

I really wish I could easily do what she says and I often feel so negative because nothing is enjoyable to me after my husband left. I used to love crafts. Now all of it sits untouched so I decided to sort through it and give it to others so it makes them happy. I can't sleep. I even go to bed early but I always wake up in the middle of the night and takes forever to fall asleep only when I do, it's time to get up and work. I keep trying though. Vitamins, exercises, spend the little time I do have with my son since my husband and I take turns with him but it's still hard. I pray that I get better but I do try to make the choice but it's like my body is so weak and I just feel so sad. I tell myself it takes time and I keep trying with everything said.

[@gillianahchong6883]

Sending love and light to you ✨️ 💛

[@laurencampbell7139]

As someone who has also been though many traumas in the last few years and before, it takes time. I do not know what you have been through, and I am so sorry that those things have happened to you. But you do get there and it is worth it. Take care of yourself and lots of love to you ❤️

[@mademoiselledusfonctionell1609]

@@laurencampbell7139 I am sorry for you too.

[@khartsings]

Message for Tia's Dad: Way to CHOOSE HAPPY Dad! Thanks for your great example and helping shape Tia so she can share this inspiration with the world!

[@caroline-englishforfriends]

Grieving is important. Coming out of it / or through it is too ...

[@deutschmitpurple2918]

🤗🤗❤❤

[@monicayoo8707]

Wonderful n inspirational talking!!!

[@静鸣-w7r]

❤

[@ezekielnyamongo9562]

On bahalf of my ancestors, the living dead, the unborn, my family members, all manchester united fans, my wicked landlord, and the wicked kenyan president, I recommend this presentation to all Kenyans and Gazans in their most difficult time........ Choose happiness all the time!

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you SO much for watching my TEDx talk and sharing your comments. Have a wonderful December.

[@guillermosara1701]

I love this talk. Thank you Tia 🙂

[@intrepid_astronaut]

This was so wonderful and really caught me off guard from an emotional standpoint. What wonderful wisdom to share, over the moon grateful for Tia Graham for having the courage to share her lived experiences.

[@TiaGraham]

I am so grateful that you found it valuable! Thank you

[@nadine-salem]

Such a wonderful talk, and an important reminder to pursue those things that bring joy to our soul! Thank you, Tia.

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you so much Nadine! I truly appreciate it.

[@MarceyRader]

What a life-long gift your dad gave you that day he chose to be happy while making pancakes on his birthday!

[@TiaGraham]

Yes! A beautiful gift. I hope to teach my daughters the same lesson and choice. It was so great to meet you at NSA THRIVE!

[@zinyenaung4467]

I have listened this talk many times. When I felt depressed, this talk gave me hope. Thank you.

[@TiaGraham]

Oh my goodness, I am so grateful. I am sending you so much hope. Hope is about belief in a better future, having a plan to create that future, and taking small actions everyday to move forward. I am on the journey with you.

[@ChanceMagness]

I’ve found it best to focus on living a fulfilling life and just being aware that happiness comes and goes.

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you! Positive emotions come and go, so do the painful ones. A happy life is one where you have more positive than pain, have purpose and meaning, and have a variety of experiences that make you psychologically rich and wise.

[@DAngeloDino]

She’s down to earth, passionate and positive. Excellent talk, thank you!

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you so much Dino. I truly appreciate it.

[@DAngeloDino]

@@TiaGraham you’re welcome! All true;) thank you too

[@josephjaphet643]

Happiness is a choice, that's the key point Tia just impacted me with. Thank you.

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you Joseph! It is a choice AND hard work! But, keep choosing it over and over again.

[@goldwingerppg5953]

I’m 65 and I can guarantee happiness is the byproduct of always trying to do the next right thing, not anymore complicated than that. The happiest people I know are generous and not just with money and the most miserable people I know are selfish. People think there’s some secret to being happy, but there isn’t.

[@TiaGraham]

I agree with giving and generosity and the research supports it! The science of happiness gives us so many proven tools to increase and sustain our happiness. Spread happiness to others.

[@shelleybrown5705]

Love this talk and could not agree more that happiness comes from creating our own with the choices we make! Choosing "Happy" and then aligning our actions and behaviors with this choice helps us all cultivate our own happiness, show up better for our own lives and everyone in it! Bravo Tia!

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you so much Shelley! Meeting and connecting with you makes me feel grateful and happy. Yes to choosing actions and behaviors that align with happiness.

[@sutats]

It is that simple, choose to do the things you love, always.

[@TiaGraham]

Yes and keep choosing you.

[@studio1107designs]

Tia, thank you for being real, sharing your story and showing up to do this work! We need more people like you, keep up the great work!

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you so much Kati!

[@Maria-ex3vw]

Thanks so much, very informative,am going to learn to practice this and more❤

[@ShyamkrishnanNair]

Absolutely! It's eye-opening how happiness is a choice we can actively pursue. I remember feeling lost in my early twenties, but embracing what I love, like connecting with friends, truly transformed my outlook. I’ve noticed that sometimes, we overthink our attempts at humor-worrying if our jokes will land-and we forget that laughter often comes from shared experiences, not just punchlines. I found that participating in the Sense of Humor Improvement Program by Habit10x really helped me appreciate the lighter side of life. So keep finding joy in the little moments; they make the biggest difference!

[@TiaGraham]

Love that and thank you for sharing! Humor is so great. I LOVE stand-up comedy and funny movies and am so appreciative of people who make me laugh. My kids laugh so many times a day vs. adults.

[@curtisgoodwin8962]

A great reminder of what really matters, and that it’s never too late to reset priorities in life. Thank you for delivering a great talk! 🙏🏻

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you so much! It is never too late.

[@lanhuong3578]

The way she talk is so calm and easy to understand for a person has beginer level English like me. Love her so much ❤

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you SO much!

[@abdullaht1990]

I guess, a lot of people that are clicking on the video are stayed already informed about this issue, thank you for reminding us. lol

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you so much for watching the video! We must choose happiness over and over for ourselves.

[@Farahdiab-r2m]

Imagine all parents prioritize their happiness

[@TiaGraham]

Imagine what that would do to all of the children...

[@daniellep9018]

This talk is a great reminder that we all have the choice in life to be happy. Thank you Tia for the inspiration! I got goosebumps listening to you!

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you so much! Yes, it is a choice AND hard work. We all need to keep making the choice over and over again.

[@shashipatel8740]

Thanks. It was excellent podcast which give me way to get true happiness.

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you for watching!

[@marytpinizzotto]

Tia, this is such a great message. Dance, go outside, Do what you Like to DO, choose meaning and Create Your Happiness! Love this and Thank you so much!

[@TiaGraham]

Yeah! Happiness is something that we DO.

[@PaulaHarris1]

Well done! Thank you. I choose happiness.

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you so much for taking the time to watch my talk. I choose happiness with you.

[@hautelier]

Amazing, Tia. Thank you for sharing your wisdom with the world.

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you so much for watching my talk!

[@nickhalaris582]

I love how Tia frames the idea of happiness here...not so much a thing we can pursue but rather something that ensues as a result of our beliefs, feelings, thinking and actions. Very inspiring, actionable message here.

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you so much Nick. I am very grateful that we got connected. Yes, we can all increase our happiness and well-being with intention, our thoughts, and our behaviors.

[@bhantepiya2213]

I appreciate that you spoke very clearly. I think so many international forks listen to TED to improve their language skills. I do the same. This is one of the best ones. Good luck ma’am.

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you!

[@ursulamelia7136]

Good for your dad!!! And so glad he set this example for you!!! Totally agree with your conclusions!😊😊😊😊

[@TiaGraham]

Thanks! :-)

[@AndreaLein-yp1vd]

Captivating and inspiring talk, Tia! Your dad was on to something and it clearly made an impact on your life. And now we all get to be the beneficiaries of that wisdom!

[@tiaegraham]

Thank you so much! I am grateful for my Dad's choice and knowing that we have the ability to make choices around our thoughts and behaviors.

[@harrypotterdrakocrush4512]

she is talking about everything as a really experienced person. i appreciate it, even if I'm not a native speaker, i understand what she said, because she make me interested in this video!

[@TiaGraham]

I am so grateful! Thank you so much for watching my TEDx talk.

[@nicolegallicchio2629]

Love this talk! Keep it simple - do what you love to do.

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you so much Nicole! It made me feel really happy to connect with you and share this week.

[@anitayokotadesign]

Tia, your message about defining happiness on our own terms really hit home for me. Thank you for sharing your wisdom with such warmth!

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you so much for watching my TED talk! So excited to meet you soon.

[@LizAguirreMD]

Great talk Tia! I am so glad that I finally hear you speak. Everyone is searching for happiness and we often fail to realize that it’s right in front of us!

[@TiaGraham]

Yes! It takes intention and effort every single day.

[@loicpopote635]

Thank you for reminding us that happiness is, above all, a choice.

[@TiaGraham]

My sincere pleasure! Thank YOU for watching.

[@ClairRaver]

Tia, this is an epic Ted Talk. So very important for today. It speaks volumes to me and where I have been at for years. I am working hard on the very things you mention, to stop putting everyone’s happiness before my own in my “stay at home mom” world. Thank you for speaking up about this, I am inspired to use these tools to make my life happier. Way to go!

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you so much! When you put yourself first, you can then take care of everyone around you even better.

[@evanhill9890]

Excellent. The little girl from a log cabin is now blazing the happiness trail. I hope to hear more from her, even though she said it all right here!

[@christophethomas734]

Thank you Tia for all your valuable insight and for helping so many people. We are so lucky and happy each time we can hear you !

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you Christophe! I hope to see you soon!

[@mamancooper942]

I love the story about dad; divorce can be so hard on both men and women and everyone involved. Thank you for sharing your story and wisdom.

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you so much for taking the time to watch my TED. Divorce is hard and can turn out OK in the end.

[@MariamaWhyte]

Wonderful talk Tia!!!! Your message will help a lot more people to choose happiness! I love how your father's story sparked your desire to choose happy for your own life and others! Awesome to share the TEDx stage with you!

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you!!! You too!!!

[@rudiocabrillas]

What a great talk! I wish I had watched this sooner. I choose happiness!

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you so much for watching and sharing my TED idea Rudio!!!

[@SerenaJain]

Tia, you're such an inspiration - a true role model in happiness and positivity! Thank you for sharing your story with so much authenticity and vulnerability. It's these stories that we humans really connect to. This talk was just so good!

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you Serena! Yes, we all connect with vulnerable and real stories.

[@Alright397]

happiness is from magic rays of sunshine that come down when you feelin' blue.

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you for sharing this! Noticing that there is always light after the grey and darkness. A happy life is not about feeling happy all of the time, but knowing there are peaks and valleys, feeling purpose and meaning, and spreading happiness to others.

[@KarlaBrooks-yi5ji]

So many thought provoking opportunities in this talk. Thanks for sharing with us!

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you Karla!

[@talkintothemic]

It’s amazing how “simple” happiness is when we take the time to break it down. Yet, we so easily get caught up with the busyness of life that we go through the daily motions without realizing how we are spending our time - the most important commodity we have. We all struggle and we need time - taking a pause to listen to something like this - to examine whether we are on the right path to happiness. Thank you for the talk.

[@TiaGraham]

I absolutely agree. The "busyness" has become our new normal and we are always using technology and consuming content. With social media, we also compare ourselves to others and that makes us unhappy. TIME is our most precious resource, so spend time doing things that you TRULY enjoy doing. Pausing and reflecting is so crucial. Thank YOU

[@itsmikev]

Tia, great job!! I enjoyed the main message of how "happiness is a choice, and it's something you do." The small moments you captured of how your dad was dancing, listening to music, making pancakes, and saying he decided, "to not have another bad year." (Bonus points for the dance moves lol) "Psychologically rich" was a great unique term you should expand on for another TED talk-perhaps a part 2 of happiness in a post pandemic world. I'm happy to be happy leads to a long life 🙂 Overall, I'm impressed. Keep up the great work! -Mike V.

[@SecretMind2000]

The compassionate and informative approach in your videos is commendable. Keep up the good work in the mental health community!

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you so much! I truly appreciate it.

[@JorgeLopezMedia]

I’ve always appreciated her talks and have actually taken her advice and it HAS made significant changes in my life! I’ve also had the pleasure and opportunity to work & create with her. And would do so again in a heartbeat ❤

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you SO much Jorge! I truly appreciate all of your support and am grateful that my advice has supported your life. Hope to see you in LA again soon!

[@deborahgardner1]

I said it once and I'll say it again! What a fantastic Ted talk. Tia is all about being happy and how you, as a leader can be happy too. Loved it! Love her!

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you so much Deborah! I hope that we can share a stage soon in the near future.

[@angelagilesklockeYT]

Such good timing to see your talk again. Thank you for the work you are doing. I am so excited for others to receive this message!

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you for all of your support! We need to keep this idea alive all year.

[@smokeythebear5414]

Spend time doing things you like. Couldn’t be more straight forward ! ❤

[@TiaGraham]

Yes! And do not listen to society, what other people say you SHOULD do, etc. Spend time getting quiet, journaling, and talking to trusted friends and family. You know what you need the best.

[@azhaarahmed7390]

Amazing talk❤ Thanks Tia I really enjoyed your presentation and how great it is this really makes me to feel happy now I’ll like to share my family and friends ❤

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you so much Azhaar! I hope that your friends and family enjoy the message and ideas.

[@luisdelagarza3350]

100% agree. I choose to be happy ( most of the time). 😊. Ups and downs. Part of life. Thank you Tia.

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you Luis!

[@gretchendill7379]

Such great concepts to implement for a happier life! It was so great to get to see you speak Tia!

[@TiaGraham]

Thank YOU for coming to see it live!

[@micahlizzy8274]

Wow! What you like doing may change over time 😢 this is just me right now being confuse over what i really like. Thanks so much for this piece ❤

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you for watching my talk! Change is so hard for all of us. And we are always changing and the people in our lives are changing. Meditate and journal and keep re-discovering who you are. I am on the journey with you.

[@lisalopez9715]

So inspiring!! I loved every second. Thank you Tia for sharing your stories and for using your platform to share so much positivity and happiness. ❤

[@TiaGraham]

It is my sincere pleasure Lisa.

[@englishclubstepup2008]

It's so simple about how to be happy! Thank you! Prioritize your happiness and the world around you will change for the better❤

[@TiaGraham]

It is simple AND a lot of work. In one of my keynote talks I say, "Happiness is a choice. It is one that you must continuously choose." Prioritize your well-being for your family, friends, colleagues, community, and the world. We can all choose to spread more light.

[@PierreLaBaguette]

_GREAT_ talk 👏👏👏 Absolute primer and also a summary (depending on where in your happiness research you are). Peeps should watch this when they are like 8, not during their mid-life crisis. Plus she's _really_ cute, I'd love to see her do a standup comedy sketch!

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you so much! I have never thought about doing standup ;)

[@BENKOLARCIK]

"Spend more time helping people and your work will be more meaningful." LOVE THIS! Starts with service...

[@TiaGraham]

Yes! Giving and helping are KEY to happiness!!!

[@mammabint5047]

Your story is very similar to my own, from the divorce to working in hospitality! I knew from the age of 8 that my happiness was my own 🥰

[@TiaGraham]

Love it!

[@tereziafucova1308]

I cannot agree more with this Mrs. Thank you very much! I am convinced you helped many people, especially when the majority of us see things more negatively than positively.

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you so much! There are days where I see things negatively too, we are human. It is a daily practice and focus to be positive and optimistic.

[@jamesgancos7421]

Wonderful message, Tia! Thanks so much for making a difference for me.

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you for all of your inspiration! You CHOOSE happiness.

[@ashrafulrahmanabir3055]

That's a nice one.Happiness is on our mindset.If we do find out positivity at every adverse situation of life we all can be happy in life.On the other hand,at good time we don't have to mske us happy by finding out positivism at all time.Because,time will naturally make us please.If we do keep our soul happy the productivity rate of us will be increased and life will be successful for sure.

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you for watching my talk and sharing your perspective and take-aways.

[@abusufian-dt7dp]

I am here just to increase listening skill..

[@muqaddasabduhamidova]

Does it help to you?

[@GurpreetSingh-qn5ep]

I'm also dude

[@damonoufire8156]

Cool dude ​@@GurpreetSingh-qn5ep

[@bernathsinaga335]

So do i 😂

[@MarjonaRahmonovna1]

Me too😢

[@joesammons6190]

Thank you so much for this steady, reassuring and impactful video…just loved it!

[@TiaGraham]

Thank YOU so much! I am so grateful that it is so valuable to you.

[@GREGKETTNER]

Thank you for your insights into happiness. Great stories and lessons about how we all can be much more happier. Keep sharing your bright light.

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you Greg! Hope to see you soon and brainstorm more ways to bring more happy to the 8 BIL people on earth!!!

[@florencebretonneau8952]

Hapiness is enjoying watching and listening a gorgeous lady like you! Love the shiny hair! ❤

[@TiaGraham]

Hahaha thank you! It does not look like this everyday. Thank you for watching my talk.

[@joenishi1]

Great message Tia!! Thanks so much for sharing....we need more of this!

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you Joe!

[@BonnieHabyan]

I loved this speech for so many reasons. I really had a wow moment when Tia explains how you can have a happy life without being happy all the time. That made me step back and affirm I have a happy life! I am also adopting the mantra that outsiders and the world can’t tell you what you should be doing … you need to know your own happy and so that which fills your bucket. Way to go Tia and thank you for the beautifully delivered gem. Hope your dad is doing well.🎉

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you SO much Bonnie! Yes!!! There is no such thing as being happy all the time. Yes! Listen to you. You know what is best for you. My Dad is doing great. :-) Have a wonderful new year.

[@kaylieg8785]

Such an inspiration and role model to my every day life! I truly find happiness in what I do when working with your family ☺️

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you so much Kaylie! You bring our family so much joy and giggles.

[@beezeeflower9215]

I could not agree more! Her talk really motivates me and makes me excited! Happiness is a choice! This is where I stand at this point in my life! Really inspiring talk!!!!

[@TiaGraham]

Thank YOU so much! Your comment is motivating to me. :)

[@RWAquariumPages]

great video! love how you put it in perspective to look for the positives in life

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you so much! We have to be intentional to be positive and have a healthy relationship with our painful emotions and suffering. I truly appreciate that you took the time to watch it.

[@RWAquariumPages]

@@TiaGraham thanks so much. Going to see if you have more videos to watch

[@АннаШакирзянова-щ6н]

Happy-go-lucky guy)) It is a great fortune to have a father with such a character. In my country we have lack of such men. And the unusual practice for me when kids stay with father after devorce.

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you for watching my talk and sharing your story and experiences. I am grateful that my father has a positive and optimistic outlook on life.

[@TamiEnfield]

Tia!! Thank you for sharing your story to inspire so many!

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you for all of your support!

[@traveljoy6869]

Dear Tia, Your speech has been indeed wonderfully motivating to do more the avenues of. Happiness that matter to us the most. Thank you!

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you so very much for taking the time to watch my TEDx talk! I am so grateful that it was motivating and valuable.

[@johnlucich5026]

Be Happy: FINDING A WORM IN YOUR APPLE IS BETTER THAN FINDING 1/2 WORM IN APPLE ! ?

[@TiaGraham]

Not sure about that :-) What do you mean exactly?

[@timeless33333]

Yes.

[@BarbBetts]

What an incredible and inspirational reminder of how important being HAPPY is! Thank you Tia.

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you Barb! So excited to meet you.

[@deemaalwahaibi3050]

- quality time - sleep 7 to 9 hours - exercise - do work that you like

[@mitch5222]

What about family? And lots of ppl cannot do work that they like.

[@TiaGraham]

@@mitch5222 Yes! Friends and family are #1. For the people that are doing work that they do not like, I highly recommend the book - How to BE Happy at Work.

[@TiaGraham]

Yes AND volunteering, learning, gratitude, self-compassion, reading, music, nature, acceptance, meditation....

[@deemaalwahaibi3050]

​@@mitch5222family is included under - quality time

[@vinayak0117]

What a great talk. This talk is a great reminder that we all have the choice in life to be happy

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you so very much. I need this reminder over and over again. We can keep making the choice together.

[@markramos9362]

You have no idea! You haven’t struggled!

[@halleykunen1088]

That’s right!

[@johnbehneman1546]

TOTALLY AWSOME TEDX CANADA!!!!! I LOVE MY CANADIAN FAMILY!!!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH.

[@TiaGraham]

:) Thank you!

[@leetowe5928]

Lots of people want to spread happiness. The reason I'm glad I invested time watching this particular talk is the powerful intro story about Tia's father, and the sincerity/credibility behind the suggestions. Well done!

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you Lee! Choosing happiness is one of the most powerful lessons that parents can teach and model for their children. I am so grateful to now be connected with you.

[@jacquelineglitter4328]

I've always said that and also happiness isn't always huge things. Its sometimes lot if little things that add up.

[@TiaGraham]

I agree. When we savor and appreciate the little daily moments and have gratitude for what we have, our well-being increases.

[@alphabeta8403]

4:55 A happy life has different experiences 6:55 Negativity bias 8:10 Spend a LOT of quality time with family and friends 9:20 Getting a GOOD night sleep 10:15 Exercise AT LEAST 4x a week 10:50 Do MEANINGFUL work

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you for sharing.

[@johnbehneman1546]

THANK YOU, TIA!!!! YOU HIT IT OUT OF THE PARK!!!!!!

[@TiaGraham]

WOW!!! Thank you so much!!! :) :) :)

[@DNA350ppm]

Great life-wisdom from a woman who obviously lives as she preaches, i.e. follows her own feelings of delight, doing what she herself enjoys. She is not a pleaser, kudos for that! I can't imagine her trying to please a grumpy old man or craving play-boy or tricky cheater. She has a hubby who brings the same qualities to the partnership, that she does, in a mutually loving relationship. Both equally as happy and lucky. All the best wishes, Tia, and huge thanks for sharing! It made my day!

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you! When we all share out wisdom, we realize how similar we all are.

[@Kloops]

Thank you for this. “Happiness is what you do.” I like that.

[@TiaGraham]

It helps me a lot! I remind myself that the habits and rituals that support my spiritual, physical, intellectual, relational, and emotional well-being ARE the path to happiness and contentment.

[@AdamCHill]

A simple secret so beautifully presented. Thank you, Tia for the reminder that we need to choose happiness by doing what makes us happy!

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you Adam!

[@pattyetmia.leschats]

Totally agree! Priorities are the ones that should be taken into consideration 😊

[@TiaGraham]

Yes! We must prioritize what makes us feel well and what makes us feel more positive and optimistic.

[@jaguilar11009]

Thanks for all your help, you are Awesome 😊❤

[@TiaGraham]

My pleasure!

[@celineklimacek2553]

Thank you for this message Tia. Happiness, love, sharing…. All can be cultived and nurtured 😉

[@TiaGraham]

Yes, with intention and action, we can become happier and make others happier. We have AGENCY over our behaviors and our thoughts.

[@Wanderlusttalesbysurbhi]

Thank you for sharing your story with us because it is the right way to choose happiness, I used to find my happiness by doing certain things like shopping, posting pictures on Instagram and relying on others.

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts. You can increase your happiness and well-being with your behaviors and your thoughts - we all have agency over these.

[@phoenixeshongkong]

A will and proper will to become happier! 🙌🏻💛

[@TiaGraham]

Yes! It takes the will and proper strategies and behaviors to increase well-being.

[@TheGoodEnergyDoctor]

A very good talk. Step by step we can get there. It is time to define tthe parameters right: a successful life is a life filled with joy.

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you so much! Yes, step by step.

[@teenager9103]

I enjoy reading manga, watching anime, listening to music, and reading books. Even though sometimes I feel guilty about it and think that it's a waste of time, these activities make me happier than ever and give me a reason to keep going. ;)

[@TiaGraham]

Thank you for sharing that! Spend time doing things that YOU enjoy doing.