When we came into this world, we did not get
an instruction manual on how to live a happy life, but if you think about it
for a moment, you realize that we don’t really need one. Life can be much
simpler than we think it is, and the only thing we need to do to be happy is to
remember these rules. These are my own guidelines to life, and remind me each
and every day how I should be looking at the world and at life.
Before your say something bad, Think about
those who can’t talk and say something back.
Before you complain about the taste or
variety of your food, remember there are starving people in the world.
Before you yell at your partner, think of how
lonely some people feel as they go to sleep in an empty bed.
Before you complain about the state of things
today, think about all the people who never got to see this day.
Before you get upset because the house is
messy, remember that there are people who don’t have a roof over their head.
Before you let traffic and long commutes
irritate you, think about how fortunate you are to have a job and a car.
Before you point an accusing finger at
someone, remember that you’re not perfect, and you make mistakes too.
And the most important rule of them all:
Before you let a depressing thought ruin your
mood, put a smile on your face and be thankful you’re alive!
In addition to above rules don't forget,
every day, to look in five different directions:
Forwards – To know where you’re going and
plan ahead.
Backwards – To remember where you came from
and avoid past mistakes.
Down – To make sure you don’t step on others
or ruin things along the way.
Sideways – To see who is there to support
you, and who needs your help.
Up – To remind yourself that there’s someone
who’s watching over you.
Send this message to all your friends, and
remind them how easy it is to be happy and enjoy life.
Mahesh Bhatt
