Will You Ride the Waves of Life, or Let Them Pull You Under?
A few weeks after Kelly’s mother died, we were together at a business lunch. I’ve known Kelly for years and I like her because she is a warm, energetic and unusually sympathetic person. She was picking at her Caesar salad that day, looking sad. I knew about her mother, so I asked her how she […]
What Separates Chronically Positive People from Everyone Else
Anyone can tell you that one key to living a happy, successful life is having a positive attitude, especially during adverse times. I know that sometimes there just isn’t justification for all the unfortunate things that happen to us—but I also know that we all have what it takes to deal with misfortune. That is […]
Why You Need to Feed Your Soul, Not Your Ego
Not too long ago, I was sitting on a beach in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and noticed a couple holding hands, walking along the shoreline. They looked so peaceful and perfect, like an island getaway commercial. And then it happened: His cellphone went off. She gave him a look as if to say, “I dare […]
How to Change Your Attitude and Make Your Bad Mood Disappear
When you find yourself in a bad mood and need to change your attitude quickly, try this trick. It’s guaranteed to boost your mood.
How to Stop the Rampage of Negative Thoughts
Making a habit of invoking your ‘Humor Being’ will make you a happier person with a brighter outlook.
There’s a Gift in Every Problem, a Radiant Woman Once Taught Me
One day I was walking along a pier in San Diego when I noticed a young woman dancing and softly singing to herself. She would occasionally stop and take a sip of her coffee. As I walked by, she waved and smiled, and it wasn’t just a run-of-the-mill, everyday smile. It was a radiant smile, and […]
Stop Waiting to Be Happy
Back in my stand-up comedy days, I’ve known many comics who put their happiness on hold. They had difficulty enjoying the process because they believed they wouldn’t be happy until they signed with HBO, got their own sitcom or movie deal, or whatever it was they thought would make them happy. I know—because I was […]
