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The idea of being happy in your life is quite simple. Making it happen is not so simple. It is easy to allow negativity to make us unhappy. But, I believe we choose to be happy or unhappy.

Some people see negativity in everything. These people choose to let things that happen make them unhappy. Beyond physical harm or losing someone you love, events are just events. You can choose how you react to them. You can choose whether they make you happy or sad.

Many people also are unhappy with choices they have made in their lives. They think if they had just made "the other" choice, their life would be great. This is really not true. Choice are neither good or bad, they are just choices. You can be happy in most situations.

Now, naturally, there are some situations where there is no happiness. Such as drug abuse, an abusive partner, and being in the middle of a war zone. Sometimes getting out of these situations can seem to be impossible. But, when a task seems too hard, you need to look at the small steps that will get you there instead of the entire, enormous task. This will get you to a better place faster because you will be working towards it instead of staying in place lamenting the impossibility of the task ahead of you. But, this is still a choice you have made. You can either stay in the horrible situation or you can do the best you can to get out.

You can also choose not to let bad things affect your life. Look at the good things that are all around you. These could be family, friends, a job, or a pet.

So, make a positive step. Choose to be happy in your life. Notice the good around you. It's all up to you.

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