Finding happiness

Encouraging good dads to be GREAT DADS!

Do you want to find true happiness? I do. Is happiness so elusive? For some people it would seem so.

I think winning the lotto would be amazing and it would certainly give me a high. Having my 15 minutes of fame on Australia’s Got Talent would be awesome and I would enjoy the notoriety for a few weeks if I did any good in the competition. I get some results at work which is pleasing.

But what makes me truly happy. It is having experiences in life with people who mean something to me.

Think about your life. The things which probably bring you the most happiness are doing things with other people you love or at least like a lot. Camping, swimming, running, hiking, canoeing, dining out, dancing, fishing or sharing a train ride each day home from work. These are the keys to happiness.

Spending time with your children doing things together builds deep happiness in your life as a dad. It also builds a deep sense of belonging in your child’s mind and heart as he/she knows that dad loves to spend time with them.

Having experiences with your children and partner are the richest deposits of happiness you can make in your life. Build memories with your family by doing lots of things together.

My wife and I are taking our 3 adult sons for an adrenalin week in Queenstown, New Zealand. Whitewater rafting, canyon swinging, eating and fishing are some of the activities we have planned. Good times ahead.

Further happiness awaits. What’s on your list for the next month or two with your family?