Happiness is nothing, but a state of mind. Any source of positive vibes is a source of happiness. Some say it is as hard as success, while some call it as simple as a peaceful sleep. If you ask me, it is more or less about contentment. It is not how much we have, but how much we enjoy, that makes happiness.

    No matter how much ever we strive, there is always a scope for betterment. But this should not take away the charm of little joys in life. The true essence of being happy is to celebrate every ounce of what you got! Our relationships, our professional life, our hobbies and our ambitions, they have all been responsible for our happiness at some point of time. Only that, the feeling was momentary. Something that made you smile today may bring you tears some other time. The situation is same, the people involved are same, but the reaction is different. Have you ever thought why?

   If you compare same situations in which you have reacted differently, you'll realize the only thing that changed is you. It is you who decides your tears are of joy or sorrow. Happiness lies within. Only when we learn to appreciate the good, and gracefully take the bad, let go what cannot be changed and forgive and forget, can we truly be happy. Sounds quite a task right? Well, it won't be, if practiced one conscience at a time. First and foremost way of doing so is to accept ourselves as we are. Only those who learn the art of loving self with all the flaws are capable of loving life in spite of all its flaws.

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    Life was never perfect, and it will never be! You’ll go through a rollercoaster of emotions; both good and bad. And however difficult it may seem, when you look back at life, you will have written your destiny with your own hands. You will have conquered every mountain that once made you doubt yourself. We often misunderstand happiness to celebrating highs in life. Happiness is all about celebrating yourself! Your existence! Your story! Work hard. Watch your goals turn into reality. Spend time with your loved ones. Drown into your passion.Let loose. And do small things with a big heart. Live like never before! 

After all, what does it take to be happy? It takes YOU. Because happiness is nothing but a matter of choice.