GROWING HAPPIER

Just as we need to water and fertilize our gardens, each of us needs to care for body, mind, relationships and soul, all of which have a big impact upon happiness levels. These practices help us ‘grow’ our happiness. While this flower pot diagram adheres to the Cartesian illusion that body, mind and soul are distinct parts, a human being is really an integrated whole, and what we do in one ‘sphere’ powerfully impacts us across the artificial distinctions between ‘parts.’ Systems theory postulates that our relationships (and our environment) are also a part of our whole being, but drawing distinctions makes it easier to sort through all of the practices. Please keep in mind that while a particular practice is illustrated as a petal under one artificial ‘part’ or aspect of the diagram, that practice impacts us universally. Click on any flower to explore the happiness boosters that appeal to you.