Is Happiness A Skill?

Happiness is something we all strive for and want in life in my opinion. No matter what we do happiness is what we want out of everything. We want to be happy when we are picking out our clothes, food, dates etc. But how come happiness seems to come so naturally to some people? Which leads me to thinking...Is happiness a skill? And if so can we all learn how to be happy no matter what we are doing? 

Do fun stuff. Sure, you need to take your problems seriously, eat your vegetables and keep up with the news. But not every minute of the day! Take time to click on that cute or funny Facebook link. Watch or read something that makes you laugh, or indulge in some escape. I’ve most recently been transported to Paris, while watching Sex and the City. The lighthearted story of Carrie searching for her love in the most romantic city in the world. The scenery, the fashion and even just the feel of the magnificence city like Paris really brightness up my day. The heroine, dressed in expensive stilettos, back and forth between fabulous Paris and celeb-filled cocktail parties, exchanging gossip with her equally fabulous BFFs—about as far from my life as you can get. Though my reality—being a graphic design student in her twenties—does help increase the fun factor, I gotta say there’s usually a game of chase or something silly I can engage in the minute I come home at night.

Think happy thoughts. Even small ones, like, “The Eiffel tower really is beautiful.” Or, “My outfit looks really good today.” Look for something to enjoy in the moment, or something to look forward to, something that you’re grateful for, or find a happy memory and dwell on that. These small thoughts add up, boosting your mood and at least temporarily interrupting that endless loop of negativity.

Hug somebody. Thank goodness for my snuggly boyfriend! But if you don’t have a husband or a boyfriend or a friend handy, a pet will work just fine. The benefits of touch are well-documented, and can sometimes really work wonders.

Get some exercise. I know, sounds like broccoli. But wow, does it work. It’s as close to a psychological cure-all as you can get. After a 20 minute walk in the park, all the problems that you have been thinking about or the homework that has been waiting for you for ages seems to have gotten a lot easier to deal with. Exercise really clears up your mind and lets you escape from reality

What’s your favorite “happiness skill”?

xoxo,

Kristina

Heal yourself with Chinese medicine!

You’ve no doubt heard about traditional Chinese medicine, with its emphasis on natural herbs. But have you ever wondered if its time-honored remedies really work? The answer is yes, according to results from modern research labs! Read on to discover how these science-backed Eastern cures can make you healthier and happier today.

Fight allergies with reishi!

Fall allergies getting you down? This medicinal mushroom contains a magical ingredient, which acts like an antihistamine to block allergic responses before they start. Reishi also has anti-inflammatory compounds that reduce swelling.

Proof it works: One study found it acts like hydrocortisone to soothe inflammation, but without negative side effects.

Boost energy with cordyceps!

Tired and dragging? This Chinese mushroom extract to the rescue! It’s proven to boost energy production inside cells by 18% Results: You’ll have more oomph, so getting through even the most demanding day will be easier. Bonus: In China, it’s also considered an aphrodisiac!

Proof it works: A study in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition reveals it increases endurance of athletes by 10%, leading them to work out longer and faster without any extra effort. Another study found condyceps doubles oxygen intake without just sex weeks, helping your whole bodywork more efficiently, boosting energy and increasing blood flow to muscles!

Relax with jujube!

Stressed out, can’t seep, but don’t want to take an Rx? Try jujube! This ancient fruit has long been used in Chine as a natural sedative, and modern-day studies identify why it works: It’s active ingredients, called jujubosides, calm the brain regions responsible for stress.

Proof it works: A study in the Journal of Ethno pharmacology found jujube eases anxiety and even improves quality of sleep-reducing nighttime awakenings- all without any negative side effects!

Easy PMS-and menopause-symptoms with Dong Quai!

It’s no surprise that this “empress of herbs” is so powerful against menstrual cramps: its anti-inflammatory effects are nearly twice as strong as good old aspirin! Plus, it mimics female hormones like estrogen in the body. No wonder it’s used in China as natural hormone replacement therapy to relieve menopausal symptoms like night sweats, dryness and low libido.

Proof it works: Studies in China confirm Dong Quai can help reduce symptoms like hot flashes and sleep disturbances in menopausal women by more than 25% and may calm hormonal irritability as effectively as Valium!

Dodge colds and flu with astragalus!

Widely prescribed in Chinese medicine, “astragalus improves circulation, bolsters the immune system and helps the body become more resistant to pathogens,” says Brigitte Mars, author of The Desktop Guide to Herbal Medicine. It’s such a powerful immunity booster; the National Cancer Institute even lists it as an adjunct therapy to traditional treatments!

Proof it works: In one study, the survival rates of Chinese cancer patients given astragalus along with their regular treatment jumped an impressive 43%!

Happiness

Hey you. Yes you, stop being unhappy with yourself, you are perfect. Stop wishing you looked like someone else or wishing people liked you as much as they like someone else. Stop trying to get attention from those who hurt you. Stop hating your body, your face, your personality, your quirks, love them. Without those things you wouldn't be you, and why would you want to be anyone else? Be confident with who you are, SMILE, it'll draw people in. If anyone hates on you because you are happy with yourself then stick up your middle finger in the air and say screw it. My happiness will not depend on others anymore. I'm happy because I love who I am, I love my flaws, I love my imperfections. They make me me and "me" is pretty amazing. 

GLYMM Contest

Hey lovelies,

I hope you are having a wonderful day, I have very very exciting news. I'm hosting my first contest ever! I'm overly excited!
I will be posting a video about this on my youtube channel, www.youtube.com/krazyGREENeyes
This contest is with a wonderful company call Glymm and I hope you guys love beauty as much as I do because they will be sending you a box of beauty goodies! This is so amazing of them, I want to thank them from the bottom of my heart for doing this for me.
The contest rules are:

• Must be a subscriber to my youtube channel www.youtube.com/krazyGREENeyes
• Unfortunately only a Canadian can win because Glymm only ships to Canada for now 
• "Like" Glymm on facebook so we can all support this awesome company www.facebook.com/glymmgirl
• An additional entry if you follow @GlymmGirl  on twitter 
• Leave a comment either here or on my youtube video about this contest and tell us what you want to see in your glymm box and on my youtube channel 
• Contest end date is August 30, 2011

I wish everybody the best of luck, and I hope you guys enjoy this contest.
Until next time,,,

Kristina

Glymm Delivers Beauty in a Box

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For only $10/month or $110/year, Glymm will lovingly curate, package and send a Glymm Box directly to your doorstep every month!  An instant frown-reverser, you will be delighted to open your adorable little beauty box that is filled to the brim with 4-5 deluxe-sized, luxury beauty samples.  The samples that you receive are hand-selected by Glymm’s panel of Experts according to your personal Beauty Profile.  So far, the brands that Glymm promises are sure to delight; showcasing luxury, niche, and emerging brands such as Cargo, OPI, Stila, NARS, Gucci and Lise Watier.

Once you have tried the products in the comfort of your own home (without any pushy sales folk), you can continue your Glymm experience by accessing the Beauty Boutique and purchasing the full size versions of your samples.  As a bonus, Glymm even offers Glymm Points!  Super easy to rack up, Glymm Points can be traded in for savings towards purchases in the Boutique.  You can also express your opinions through monthly product reviews, ask their Beauty Experts questions, stay up to date on the current trends, makeup do’s and don’ts and learn tips and tricks you may not have tried before!

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Getting over a break up

Hey lovelies,
I hope you're having a wonderful day, and I hope you are really happy today.
I wanted to reach out to the people that aren't so happy right now and are going through a break up.
I came up with a couple of things that helped me while getting over a break up and I hope this helps you.

1. Time
Everyone will be telling you that time will heal everything and it really is true it really does take a really long time to get over somebody. You can't expect to take someone out of your life and be ok the next day.

2. Let it go.
Let go of the fact that you are apart now, let go of all the tears, let go of the hold that you once had on them.

3. Avoid Contact with the ex
Avoid any calling, texting, tweeting, facebooking even looking at their pictures. You need to avoid them even for a little while just to get over them.

4. Stay Busy.
You need to find things that make you happy, whether it's painting, singing, having a pet what ever it is you need to be busy. Get a part time job or hang out with friends.

5. Don't rethink your decision.
You need to have confidence in your decision, you really need to think that everything happened for a reason.

6. Remove Memory Triggers.
Put everything that reminds you of them in a box and put it far away!

LET GO!!

Saving your Face

Hey lovelies,

I hope your having a wonderful day, I'm in a big blogging mood. I've been looking through blogs today and watching gossip girl ( I love Blair's fashion! Can I have her closet for like a week? please) Back to the point all the girls on the show have amazing make up as well and it's very important to take nice skin in order for the make up to go on nicely. Here are some important tips and tricks that have worked for me in the past.

1. Sleep
Sleeping is the easiest and the most important thing that you can do. Even if you use the best product sleeping really matters the most. If you don't believe it, try not sleeping for a couple of days and beautiful bags will appear.

2. Water
It's very important to moisturize, drinking water is so important for your body and skin. Drink 8 glasses of water a day, wash your face 2 times a day and hydrate your face as needed. You can spray water on your face not only is it refreshing but it's so good for you too.

3. Sun screen
Wrinkles, sunburn, spots, cancer... Need I go on?

4. Don't smoke.
Not only does it smell like hell, ruins your lungs and looks very bad on a girl. It also clogs your pores and causes wrinkles.

5. Take it off.
It's very important to take your make up off at night, really clean your skin from all the make up and pollution. And it looks disgusting on pillows.

I hope this helps some of you,
Until next time

xoxo...Kristina