Finding Your Happy Place

I recently re-stumbled on the secret to a happy life... or at least a non-chaotic one:

you need a "happy place".

Mind you, it doesn't actually have to be a place, but it could be something you do to clear your head.

I say re-stumbled because I knew this at one point, and lost sight of it. My way of reaching peace is by hula hooping. It may seem childish or simple, but it works. While I am hooping, my mind becomes clear, and I simply focus on movement. It's very comforting. I can even do it while watching tv. Added bonus: it's a good workout. There are plenty of hoopers on Youtube to keep me motivated (my favorite is Safire). Here is a video I made when I was first starting out (sorry, it's a bit crappy, but I was very new, and I don't have the time to make a new one right now).





Obviously, hooping is not for everyone (I had a friend that refused to even try it). So, here are some suggestions to help you find your own happy place:

- start a garden
- write in a journal
- read a book
- knit/crochet
- dance
- create a scrapbook
- coupon
- meditate

There are many more things that work. The key is to get so engrossed in something that you forget your problems, or get your mind clear enough to find solutions to them. If you have any more suggestions, or have something you do to reach nirvana, please leave a comment!