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"You live longer once you realize that any time spent being unhappy is wasted."

--Ruth E. Renkl

Truth is, our brains loves habituation.  The more happiness you find, the happier you will be.  It's not some far out, yogi type idea...it's science.  Adopt  happiness, have an attitude of gratitude, and everything in your life will improve.