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I believe life gives you what you focus on. I decided I would help out by giving you something to think about every day. I will post a new thought (less than a minute read) with the goal of giving you something useful to ruminate on around happiness. If you want Happy delivered directly to your email at no charge, feel free to subscribe by hitting the button below. Life's busy, I aim to help you enjoy it.

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Post 1,430: A Slow Response

August 23, 20261 min read

I used to think I was cool for being fast to react. If I could come up with a witty remark, a comeback, or putdown, I was cool. Because it proved I was smart.

When I look back at that version of me, I think I was just a jerk.

Now, I focus on being slow. When I feel anger, shame, worry, or fear I want to take a breath and come back to me. I want to look at the situation and think about what I really am hoping to get out of it. Most of the time, I want the other person to know I am there for them. I want to help.

It is amazing how much of what I used to believe is the exact opposite of what I now believe. I made that happen by taking my time, and being intentional. A slow response, applied over and over again, gave that to me.

~Ryan Lynch

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