Discover the true secret of happiness: beyond yoga

Discover how to achieve happiness: my personal journey and practical tips so you can also achieve it. Start your transformation today!...

1. Healthy habits
2. The charm of those who practice yoga
3. I thought well-being programs were only meant to relieve stress

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In my journey as a psychologist, I have had the privilege of guiding countless individuals in their pursuit of happiness, that elusive state we all long to achieve.

Through motivational talks, therapy sessions, and the publication of several books, I have shared knowledge and tools that help illuminate the path towards a more fulfilling and satisfying life.

However, my focus is not limited to traditional well-being practices; I have ventured further, exploring how the stars and zodiac signs can influence our emotions and decisions, and how, by understanding these aspects, we can better align our lives with our deepest desires.

This deepening of self and universe knowledge led me to discover that while practices like yoga offer undeniable benefits for the mind and body, there is a deeper secret to attaining happiness, one that goes beyond yoga poses and meditation. My personal journey, full of ups and downs, taught me that happiness is not a destination, but a journey of constant self-discovery, acceptance, and self-love.

In this article, I wish to share with you not only my story but also practical tips I have gathered over the years, so that you too can embark on your own transformation journey towards happiness.

These tips are designed to be applicable in your daily life, regardless of your zodiac sign or spiritual beliefs, because I strongly believe in the universality of the human desire to find happiness and purpose.

So I invite you to open your mind and heart as I guide you through this personal journey towards true happiness.

It's not just about reaching a temporary state of well-being, but about embarking on a transformative journey that will allow you to live your most authentic and fulfilling life.

Start your transformation today!

Healthy habits

A month ago, I experienced the need to adopt healthy habits to strengthen my emotional well-being.

My goal was to cultivate greater gratitude for the blessings in my life and better manage anxiety in the face of the unexpected.

So I chose to start with yoga, a practice that initially seemed accessible to me.

In my first session, I was surprised by how much I sweated while trying to find balance in different poses, noticing the movement of my wrists as I tried to support myself.

I tried to bend my knees backward and elongate my spine as much as possible.

The next day, I chose to sit on a specialized cushion to meditate, paying mindful attention to each inhalation and exhalation, even without having had time to prepare adequately.

By the third day, I continued with yoga and decided to make myself a smoothie, enjoying it while reading without being distracted by digital distractions.

On the fourth day, I returned to my ritual of deep breathing in meditation. However, I still found myself struggling with feelings of anxiety and recurring dissatisfaction.

It is said that it takes approximately 21 days to form a new habit. The experience during this period of confinement has validated that theory for me. My personal space has never been as organized as it is now.

Each morning becomes an opportunity to organize everything around me: from washing the dishes to picking up dirty clothes and making the bed; tasks that previously seemed impossible given the previous disorder similar to a disaster zone.

Even now, I find it amusing to think how something as simple as making the bed has become a crucial part of my daily routine. But then I clearly understood the reason behind the failure to follow this new healthy routine: I simply discovered that I did not enjoy practicing yoga.

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The charm of those who practice yoga

I am fascinated by those who enjoy yoga.
I have a sister-in-law who is a yoga teacher, nourishes herself with plant-based foods, exercises, and leads a seemingly stress-free life due to her discipline.

Whether this is truly the case or not could be a subject of debate. But one thing I have noticed: those who meditate, practice yoga, and slow down their pace seem to live happier lives.

That's why I told myself, "If it works for them, maybe it can benefit me too." And while that was partly true, I discovered it wasn't the only thing to achieve my happiness.
So I started to seek out what I really needed.

A constant concern in my mind was the fact that I wasn't dedicating myself to what I truly wanted to do.
And the truth is, this happens to most people, especially as we mature.

In my 20s, it was easy to prioritize myself. Now, nearing my 30s, things are different.

I have a professional career and freelance jobs; I have my own apartment; I take care of an elderly father; and I am married.

Returning from work, I feel as if the creative spark disappears with lunch, making way for the comfort of pajamas - using similar words to Jim Halpert in The Office.

Around 9:30 PM, when fatigue weighs on me and I start to mumble from accumulated sleepiness, that annoying feeling comes again for not having done what I really wanted.

This cycle has been constant for years, seeking relief only when I return refreshed after a vacation.
After a few days of traveling, I feel full of energy, believing in possibilities again until falling back into routines like snoozing morning alarms, doubting whether to invest in myself, excessively caring for others, feeling drained mentally and physically just when it's time to take care of myself.

So when faced with the practice of yoga, focusing on breathing, trying flaxseed smoothies, I felt anxiety and indecision to continue. Not because these activities were wrong, but because they should be moments to genuinely focus on myself.

I thought well-being programs were only meant to relieve stress

Previously, I realized that I only conceived wellness programs as a strategy to mitigate stress. However, I understood that this is just a fragment of their true purpose.

For me, relieving stress meant bathing at night, choosing my clothes before sleeping, waking up with time to enjoy a nutritious breakfast, and carrying out my daily activities without haste.

But what truly filled me was dedicating moments to write about topics that I am passionate about and allowing myself to be creative at my own pace.

I love dedicating myself to painting and exploring different forms of artistic expression.

The joy I experience when I see my works published is immense.

Likewise, I enjoy the simple pleasure of sitting outdoors with a freshly made coffee and capturing images of my dog or the natural landscape.

These simple activities share something in common: they are all ways in which I can express who I truly am.

And this authenticity is the source of my happiness because I love myself just as I am.

I deeply value my own style and sense of humor, as well as the creations that arise from within me; even if they are not perfect.
I adore that unique feeling when I exchange ideas with others.

The satisfaction of achievements has many faces for me.

Yoga is not part of my personal interests but I recognize its value even though it's simply not for me.

I discovered that trying to copy external formulas to be happy only pushed me further away from finding what truly resonated with me.

I want to share this secret with you:

Loving yourself can be complicated. Maintaining a positive outlook on life constantly challenges us, and there may be moments where we doubt ourselves or our current situation.

The ups and downs are an inseparable part of the vital journey and directly influence our emotions. Although it is beyond our control to manage every detail that generates anxiety, it affects us less if we focus on listening to those internal whispers craving attention, perhaps longing to draw write enroll in that marathon we dream of running when the time is right to truly pay attention to what you need, simply by listening carefully.

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