What Would You Do To Be Happier?

It’s my birthday!  Woo hoo!

And in case you don’t know this about me, I am big on birthday and celebrations. Personally, I think you should celebrate the whole month. I mean, what better excuse for an impromptu margarita with your closest girlfriends?

Although I’ve got to admit, celebrating has definitely evolved over the years.

In my twenties, my birthday was pretty much a drinking and dancing fest. Partying until the sun rose the next day, sleeping till noon and then starting over the next night.

In my thirties, it still involved a lot of partying but I had an infant and/or toddler at any given year, so my all-nighters usually involved burp cloths and bottles.

And now in my forties (gulp!) birthday are marked by other types of celebrations like “hooray for my good health, awesome kids and booming biz!”  I’m celebrating my confidence in me (I’ve always been a late bloomer!) and willing to take bigger risks than I ever have before.

I’m purposeful about the role model I want to be and the kind of family I want to raise.  I don’t mind overdressing to a Saturday night get together (which I usually am) or that my kids don’t say “sir” or “ma’am” in the very polite Southern city we live in. I don’t fall prey to what so-and-so thinks I should be doing and am making my own priorities uh,…my own priorities.

I’m far from perfect. I stumble every day. But I’ve never felt so good or healthy, in terms of an inner spirit, a clear mind and a purpose in my home and life. I’m loving this age. And I’m not just saying that to compensate for my achier back or squintier eyes.

Introspection has come to me later than some, earlier than others, but on my own timetable. I’m psyched for my opportunities and nervous about the risks, but have greater conviction than I’ve ever had, than I can make an impact.

If you’re reading this, you’ve been a part of my journey and for that I am incredibly grateful and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for your support in my life and business.

Part of my journey has been to invite positive energy into my world. (You don’t think I stay this happy all on my own, do you?) Check out today’s short vid where I tell you about some of my “daily doses” of motivation, gratitude and happiness.

And when you’re done watching I’d love to hear from you. Do you have any mantras or positive thoughts you remind yourself of? Please share them in the comments below.  You never know who you will inspire!

And lastly, if you’ve enjoyed my videos, please forward my blog to three people you care about – and give me the best birthday present ever!

Thank you again for making my b-day extra special.  Wishing you much deserved success,
Mridu 🙂