Can the use of affirmations make you feel happy? Absolutely! However, they can’t be just any old affirmations, and they cannot be too far outside the realm of your dominant thoughts.

For example, let’s say your dominant thought patterns are somewhere along the lines of being stressed, irritable, tired, and overwhelmed. If you try reciting an affirmation that says something like, “I feel light, joyful and happy today!” – your mind is going to reject the statement because you know darn well that’s not how you feel.

However, if you choose something a little more realistic and a bit more empowering, it might work better. For example, “I choose to let go of the things I can’t control and do my best to feel good today.” That feels a little less intense, right? A little more do-able?
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Are you yearning for a greater sense of happiness in your life but feel weighed down by problems? If so, try adopting an attitude of lightheartedness and watch how quickly it can inject an element of fun and whimsy into your life.

Here are three simple ways to do it:

1) Play.

Most of us tend to take life so seriously. Sure, life can definitely be serious at times, and there are certainly things that we should take seriously – but we also don’t need to be so serious ALL the time!

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