What America’s 250th Anniversary Can Teach Us About Happiness

As America prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, imagine being free from the hate, cynicism, and anger choking our nation.

Are you open-minded to a fresh revelation from the Declaration of Independence?

Millions of people are reflecting on what has made this nation unique. Political opinions differ. Cultural views differ. Yet one phrase from the Declaration of Independence continues to unite Americans across generations: the pursuit of happiness.

America's 250th anniversary Declaration
America’s 250th anniversary and the Declaration of Independence. Andrea Izzotti/Getty Images
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Grab three beach treasures for lifelong happiness

The beach teaches us simple habits that lead to lasting happiness.

Beach happiness resort view
Beach moments that remind us what happiness looks like

Umbrellas. Pools. Tides. Footprints. Sun. Wind. Water. Sand. Dolphins.

What can the beach teach us about happiness?
Here are three lessons you can carry into everyday life.

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Unlock the good life: 3 keys open this treasure

On a recent sailing trip to the BVI, I saw three treasures for a good life.

BVI The Good Life
Floating with God, my wife, and friends in the BVI/Photo by Marc Abadie

Our friends, Marc and Sandy Abadie, invited us on the trip of a lifetime.

They have sailed with family and friends over thirty years throughout the British Virgin Islands.

So, when they texted us and asked, “Do you want to go sailing in three weeks?” My wife said, “I’m so excited, I can scream!”

The British Virgin Islands are renowned for their aqua-blue waters and diverse array of marine life. We saw hawksbill turtles gliding through coral gardens and pods of dolphins playing in Virgin Gorda Sound and eagle rays soaring past the dramatic rock formations at The Indians.

No one can replicate paradise’s locations and circumstances every day.

However, the BVI offers rich reminders for living a good life.

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Experience True Bliss: Embrace the Transformative Power of Enough

Bliss eludes many because they have not discovered what backup singers know.

Backup singers in bliss happier than a weasel

The 2013 documentary, 20 Feet from Stardom, tracks why backup singers are happier than ones in the spotlight.

At first, one may believe these folks didn’t “make it” even though their talent is amazing.  That, somehow, work in the background is less than work in the limelight. 

But these marvelous singers show how “enough” is the liberating key for true bliss.

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Tap Into Everyday Happiness with Three Secrets Trees Teach

Happiness often eludes us because we overlook the life lessons trees teach.

Over the years, the trees around Lake Athens have continued to remind me of these timeless lessons, in every season.

Everyday happiness through trees
Trees quietly teach resilience, connection, and everyday happiness.

Why not soak up the happy habits of trees and plant them in your soul?

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