Some people are just miserable. The other day I was walking to the railroad and five out of six people I passed seemed ready to rip the head off of any person who might look at them funny. It could be that it was a cold, dark, Monday night after a long holiday weekend. Or it could be that people are just seriously depressed and ready to snap at any moment. Whatever the reason, a new report showing that happiness is contagious could not have come at a better time.

And even more exciting, happiness is contagious in a “pay forward” kind of way; it spreads from friend to friend. So I’ve decided I need to be happier. I owe it to the people I love to increase their happiness. I will smile more. I will look on the bright side more. I will not get so angry when the person in a hurry mumbles under their breath as they push me aside, or when I get cut off at an intersection. I will only think positive thoughts; the glass will always be half-full.

I wonder how long I can possibly keep this up. Maybe, at least, through the holidays. Although, I do still need to shop for gifts and the crowds are generally inconsiderate, annoying, and downright rude. Hmmm, maybe I can do this every other day?

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