Ah, happiness. We know it when we have it in our relationship and we miss it when we don’t.

I’d like to share a quote by the great Albert Schweitzer: “I don’t know what your destiny will be, but one thing I do know: the only ones among you who will be really happy are those who have sought and found how to serve.”

Being happy is not only a personal attribute that affects your well being; it also greatly affects others around you. The most impact is on your romantic relationship because it plays a central role in your life – whether recognized or not.

Your thoughts and feelings – both good ones and not so good ones are shared – both voluntarily and involuntarily.  Ever notice when an angry person  enters a room that there is negative energy? And conversely when a bright cheery soul enters, that the energy level is raised?’

So questions  – What happens when you enter a room? What happens when you first see your love and they see you?

What exactly are you sharing with your energy in your relationship? What are you broadcasting on your radio channel? Is it love? Is it kindness?

Others pick up on your mood and behaviors whether you want them to or not. Instead of a whole host of other emotions, why not share happiness? There is no cost – after all, happiness is free. It is also abundant; it is in infinite supply.

Look Around

Think of all of the good things that are going on in your life today.   Your day is probably going  better than 6 billion other people’s days!

You affect the key people in your life – in the same manner that they affect you. How might your life improve the lives of others? How would it feel to know that when people walk away from you, they are better off than they were before? Why not make it a personal development goal to share more happiness?

How might your life improve the life of your love? How would it feel to know that when your love walks away from you, they are better off than they were before? How might any relationship problems or issues be toned down if there was more love & joy in the way you interact? How might your relationship communication be improved?

Your happiness can cascade to others; quickly and simply. Isn’t that what you prefer to share with those you care about? Isn’t that what you prefer to share in your relationship?

Call to Action

1. Identify an opportunity this week to share happiness: whether it is a text,  a phone call, or an encounter.
2. In advance, plan a way to share happiness where you normally would not. It can be a small thing to start out.
3. Implement your plan now and note any reactions. Note the reactions in yourself.  Find Your Joy Now!

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Donna Marie Thompson, PhD – The Bouncing Back Now Relationship Coach – is a best-selling author, a Certified Professional Coach, a Certified NLP Practitioner, and a Master Practitioner of the Energy Leadership Index. Donna Marie is listed as one of America’s Premier Experts in relationships and personal development. She is the host of the “Bouncing Back Now” show on the Real Coaching Radio TV network and the  “Bounce Back”show on webtalkradio.  Donna Marie is a featured relationship expert panelist on the new Conscious View TV series.  She has been the special guest on many radio shows and on the Brian Tracy TV Show as seen on ABC, CBS, NBC, and Fox affiliates across the country.  Donna Marie will be showcased on the national TV show “World’s Greatest”  in July 2011.