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No Matter What, There Are Always 6 Reasons To Smile

Even if you feel like your world and the world around you is falling apart.

Julia Bogdan
Aug 14, 2017
Longwood
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No Matter What, There Are Always 6 Reasons To Smile
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With all the problems going on in the world and in your life, you may need a reason to keep going and a reason to keep smiling.

Here are some reasons why you should be smiling on this particular day, even when the world seems to be falling apart:

1. Somebody loves you.

Somebody meaning your family, your friends, God, and yourself. Someone out there feels this way about you, whether you know it or not.

2. You're young.

Really young. You have plenty of time to explore the world and do different things. Don't take this time for granted, do all you can think of.

3.You'll be okay.

Many instances may lead you to believe that it is the end of the world, but frankly, it's not. Instead of being upset, stand up and get on with your life. You'll get that job. You'll get married. You'll be okay.

4. Forgiveness.

That thing that you did that's been bothering you for a while? Don't worry, you'll be forgiven. As for the other way...that person who did you or those around you wrong? Forgive them. Life will be easier, and you will be happier.

5. The earth.

If anything at all is upsetting you, look outside. No matter what season it is, nature is the most beautiful thing on this planet.

6.You're you.

No matter who you are or what you've done, you are unique. There is no one exactly like you in this entire galaxy.

My advice to you is, don't let the problems of the world affect you. You are the only person responsible for your happiness, so live your life for what you believe in and do what makes you happy.

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