Give yourself permission for pleasure. You don’t need to earn it through hard work; a happy state of mind creates success.

Happy state of mind

Give yourself permission for pleasure. You don't need to earn it through hard work. A happy state of mind creates success.

Find time for healthy pleasure each day—art, music, journaling, or prayer.

Choose art

Find time for a healthy pleasure each day. Choose art, music, journaling, or prayer.

Remember a time you felt appreciated. Stay with that feeling and use it as a resource when you are feeling down.

Ask yourself, “What do I need?” instead of criticizing yourself.

Ask yourself, what do I need instead of criticizing yourself?