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My wife did the laundry today. Studies have proven that showing appreciation to your spouse more than criticism. You’ll never see me publicly criticize my wife, Debbi, but I love singing her praises. Today I sincerely appreciate that she worked on the laundry today and specifically grabbed my hamper. Thanks Deb!

Frank~The Happy Therapist

I am glad I made a new memory on 9/11. Last year Happiness 101 went sky diving on 9/11. As I think back on it today, I remember how much fun it was watching people “jumping for joy”. I will never forget what a great time we had.

Frank~The happy Therapist

First night of new Happiness 101. A large, bright, engaged group. How THRILLING! I had so much fun I’ll hafta do it again

Frank~The Happy Therapist

Caught Jet’s “Are You Gonna Be My Girl” on the way home tonight. ‘Lifted my mood BIG TIME! ‘Love this song!

Frank~The Happy Therapist   

Offered to share a cab with IPPA attendee who turned me onto a $10 airport shuttle

Frank~The Happy Therapist

Okay.  This is the third (and final) installment of my adventure.  If you’re just now “tuning in”, I suggest you start back at the beginning.

So, as I continued to meander home with three 4″x4″x12′ posts sticking out the back of my wife’s SUV, I passed and admired many a happy home (AEB: well manicured lawns, beautiful decor and colorful flower-beds).  After driving by the home pictured here, I literally said “Wow!” out loud to myself.  Then I thought “A ‘Wow!’ deserves a stop.  So, I put it into reverse to rest in front of the beautiful home.  As I did so, I noticed three people standing deep in the driveway, who looked in my direction.  I thought to myself, “If I was standing in my driveway and saw an unfamiliar SUV with the back hatch open and boards sticking out the back backing up, I would probably meander in that direction to see exactly what was going on”.  So, as I leaned across the seat and snapped a picture with my iPhone, the owner came into sight.  ”Oh oh!  I’m pinched!”  I’d been caught openly admiring the guy’s house!  Do I speed off?  There is, after all, NO WAY for him to catch my license plate (it was facing skyward – the hatch was open, remember?).  But wait a minute – I’m the happy therapist!  How could I possibly miss an opportunity to give someone a sincere compliment.  So, I greeted his puzzled face with a warm smile.  ”Hello!”  (Side note:  I just caught myself smiling as I write this)  His “Hello” back was laced with bewilderment but I was quite open with the stranger.  I told him I was forced to take side-streets since the 4″x4″s were too long for my wife’s SUV and I was taking the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful homes along the way.  I told him about my “Wow!”.  We both knew it was a little weird but neither of us cared enough to stop us from expressing gratitude for the beautiful day, the comforts of modern life and the amazing opportunities this country gives us to live so affluently.  I told him a bit about my retaining wall project and asked him about the landscaping.  He told me how the beautiful plants and flowers had come to fruition and how he does indeed feel lucky to live in such a beautiful place.  Before the conversation turned overtly awkward we wished one another a good summer.  In parting, I told him I hope that he appreciates living in his home every day.  We parted with a wave, a smile and shared appreciation for another beautiful day.

Frank Clayton, the Happy Therapist

My wife and I had the pleasure of her presence at our party. Angela is the co-creator of the Transformation Station, where they do a wide variety of events. My wife and I saw Karen Bayard to comedy there not long ago. It is also home to frequent Deeka Blessings. Angela is an amazing spirit. Generous, kind and a great sense of humor. I am blessed to have her in my life.

~Frank Clayton, the Happy Therapist

It was a BIG newsletter this month. There is a LOT going on!
The subject was: Happiness for Prisoners, Professionals and the Deaf Community

The opening paragraph reads:
“There is PLENTY going on in this issue, including Happiness coming to internet radio, a possible documentary and Happiness 101 goes to prison! Yes, lots going on but I do still have slots for new clients. So, if you (or someone you know) want to be happier, contact the Happy Therapist. Thank you so much for all your words of encouragement, good wishes and positivity.
~Frank”

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Happiness Boost

For a long time I have wanted to bring the good news about Happiness to the rural areas. Now I can do it via the internet. Beginning Wednesday, February 9th, at 9am, I will be hosting a weekly half-hour talk show called The Happiness Boost on Blog Talk Radio. In this show I will discuss the myths of Happiness and give scientifically proven methods to be Happier. You will also have an opportunity call in with questions and share your positives.
The call-in phone number is 213-559-8006.
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