Is happiness overrated?

Would you settle for peace and calm?

By Dr. Linda Rosen

Please join me for a free presentation about happiness and the information provided below on Wednesday, Oct. 9 from 2 to 3 p.m. A Q&A discussion, where you can put my experience as a psychologist to work, will follow my presentation. Register at https://jfgn.regfox. com/is-happiness-over-rated.

There is an underlying pressure in our society for everyone to be happy all the time. Social media adds to this myth that everyone should be happy all the time — showing people at their best, having a great time, being popular with everyone, always smiling, etc. So, is there an alternative or addition to “happiness?”

We will explore the elements of good health, contentment and peace. According to the documentary series “Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones,” there are typical life patterns and attitudes that are associated with longevity to age 80 and even up to 100 — as well as “old age hot spots” in places such as Sardinia, Italy; Ikaria, Greece; and Loma Linda, California.

It is more therapeutic to find a way to lead a purposeful and healthy life, enjoy the moment, find good coping strategies for life’s challenges and find tools and skill sets to navigate life’s journey.

This seminar will provide information on tools and skills that will help you focus on peace and contentment:

• Mindfulness

• Deep breathing to stay calm

• How to not take things personally

• How to navigate difficult social situations

• Creating three things that would make you feel content

• Acceptance — life on its own terms.

• Getting the most out of an experience

• Giving yourself credit — a pat on the back

• How to really listen — art and skill

• Leading a purposeful life — what is it you would like to do now?

• Finding who you are now — what you have to offer/give to others

• Expanding the arts in your life — musical instrument, art — playing or appreciation

• Making healthy choices in friends, food and fun

• Role of exercise in your life — are you walking? Keep moving!

• Removing excess, addiction and obsessions — moderation in all things.

• Mind control — how to redirect your mind to positive thinking.

• Staying steady, focused and determined — don’t give in to distractions.

• Anger — a necessary signal — is not always helpful; learn how to manage it.

Remember to register for this free program today!