Happiness Fundamentals, 2 of 3
Humans, we’re complicated creatures. There a many circumstances that influence our happiness. Let me introduce you to my happiness paradigm.
Amonda’s Happiness Paradigm
I’ve organized our happiness levers along four dimensions from most straightforward to most complex. The four dimensions are the physical, the emotional, the mental, and the spiritual; alternatively, the body, heart, mind and soul. (Links coming soon to explain each point in more detail!)
1. Physical
1.1. Body
1.1.1. Sleep
1.1.2. Nutrition
1.1.3. Exercise
1.1.3.1. Aerobic (Cardio)
1.1.3.2. Strength
1.1.3.3. Flexibility
1.1.3.4. Balance
1.1.4. Health
1.1.5. Posture
1.1.6. Shape
1.1.7. Hygiene
1.2. “Beauty”
1.3. Things
1.4. Surroundings
1.5. Money
2. Emotional
2.1. Emotions
2.2. Relationships
2.2.1. Self
2.2.2. Lovers
2.2.3. Family
2.2.4. Friends
2.2.5. Society
3. Mental
3.1. Mindset
3.2. Expectations
3.3. Thoughts
3.3.1. Presence/Mindfulness
3.3.2. Volume
3.3.3. Nature (e.g. positive/negative, stressful/joyful)
3.4. Decision-making process
4. Spiritual
4.1. Certainty
4.2. Stability
4.3. Variety
4.4. Convenience
4.5. Recognition
4.6. Significance & Meaning
4.7. Control
4.8. Time & Passion
4.9. Purpose
Ok, now that I understand what happiness is and what levers influence it…
Happiness Unboxed 