CL Stories - Euphoria [Chapter 57]

“Happiness is a choice” I think I’ve heard this line more than I should. Who wouldn’t choose to be happy? Everyone wants to feel that radiant inner light which makes the weight of the world lighter. Some may call it a feeling that forces a smile upon our face. It could also be a beacon that symbolizes contentment in one’s life. An ice cream in a hot weather, a warm cup of coffee during winter, a hug from an old friend, a gift from the family, first paycheck, passing exams, twelve hours of sleep, sumptuous meal, a cup of rum on the rocks with your old man, a message or call, the company of friends or time with your special someone. I could go all night and the list would simply never end. Little do we know that all these things in our list we sometimes take for granted. We have a lot of options to make ourselves feel happy. There may be one reason to feel sad, angry or even hate but it will never tantamount to the number of reason why we should be happy and thankful. Happiness also comes in when we learn to forgive other people as well as ourselves. The key is letting go of all the negative feelings. It is indeed inevitable that unfortunate things happen, but do not linger on it. The more positive outlook you have in life, the happier you’ll be. Stay with people who keep a smile on their lips. Enjoy their company and laugh with them. Do what you love till your heart is about to burst from so much joy. We only live once and it is not wise to waste time on all those that wouldn’t do you any good. Take time to relax and appreciate what’s around you. There will always be something you can smile about every single day. When you are about to lie down preparing for sleep, think and be thankful. Think of all the things that could have gone wrong but didn’t. Even if it does go wrong, keep in mind that it is just a bad day and not a bad life. So breathe, move on, choose to be happy and keep smiling.

“Happiness is not bound by who you are, what you do, who you're with or whom your heart desires. It is bound by nothing and thrives in the endless possibilities of being able to live a good life.”