Happy Thoughts to Start Your Day

Here's a great way to get your morning started.

Sometimes all you need is a fresh perspective to get your day started on a bright note....especially when it seems as if the world is conspiring against you. Check out these quick reminders:

1. You're someone's best friend. You help your BFF when she needs you. You are there for her in ways big and small. She would be lost without you. That makes you a pretty special person to someone. And the fact that your BFF is also there for you when you need her is the icing on the cake.

2. You've survived a major change. There have been some giant challenges in your life, some of which you thought you'd never get through, around, or over. But you did. So if you're now facing another mountain, take a moment to remember that you have survived other experiences you thought you'd never make it through. Even if you've recently made a big error in your life...this, too, shall pass. All will be well. And you are a survivor! You have probably even learned some valuable lessons from all that stuff you had to go through along the way.

3. You've made someone laugh. Think back to a time you had a good belly laugh with someone, or a time you did something silly enough to send someone else over the edge with laughter....perhaps even your own children. You have helped someone to have a great moment by the simple art of laughter. If you've ever heard a baby giggle, you know what I mean.

4. You're never too young or too old to try something new. Whether you're 5 or 51, it's never too late to start something you've always wanted to try. Mozart was only 5 when he was able to play the violin, and Leonardo da Vinci was 51 when he painted the Mona Lisa! Your dreams never have to be buried. Let them shine!

5. There's always at least one good thing about your day. Even if it's just that you woke up alive! Find the silver lining. Are you breathing? Did your kids make it through the school day? Is the sun shining? Are you in good health this morning? Did your car get you to work? Did you giggle at a joke? Cherish every little victory.

6. You have the power to improve someone else's mood. It only takes a few seconds and a smile or compliment to make a stranger, co-worker, or neighbor feel happier and connected. This will help boost your mood, too.

7. You live in a world where random acts of kindness exist. How great is that? Whether you're on the giving or receiving end, whether it's an act big or small, keep the gratitude in your life and keep on spreading the love. It doesn't have to cost a thing.

8. Someone loves you for exactly who you are. Whether it's your mom and dad, your kids, or that unconditional love you get from your dog or cat, someone loves you just for being you!

And finally, remember that you have the power to create your own happiness! CLICK HERE for more on that.

(HuffPost)