A ‘life philosophy’ minute

Graceful Flavor.

First read that. Then come back and click the (more) link…

I agree with Chris Glass’ subway sign. [http://gracefulflavor.files.wordpress.com/2007/06/making_happy-20070614-112205.png]

Stefan Sagmeister adds his own flavor to the topic via his TED presentation entitled, “Yes, design can make you happy”.  In it, he lists 16 simple concepts that, if everyone kept them in mind and made efforts to live in their spirit, the world would be a better place.

I’m listing some out. I believe in them. Maybe you might too? The rest I haven’t seen in action yet.

• Complaining is silly. Either act or forget.
• Thinking life will be better in the future is stupid. I have to live now.
• Being not truthful works against me.
• Helping other people helps me.
• Everything I do always comes back to me.
• Over time I get used to everything and start taking it for granted.
• Money does not make me happy.
• Assuming is stifling.
• Keeping a diary supports my personal development.
• Trying to look good limits my life.
• Worrying solves nothing.
• Having guts always works out for me.

There you go.