S3E49 - You Have a Choice

Propelled by the truly remarkable story of Eddie Jaku - born Abraham Jakubowicz - a Holocaust survivor and self proclaimed “happiest man on Earth”, McKay provides a powerful reminder here today that we all have a valuable choice available to us in our lives. Expanding upon the invaluable lessons about resilience and the pursuit of happiness embedded in Jaku’s tale, our host urges us all to choose happiness, kindness, and gratitude to inspire positive change in both ourselves and others.

Along the way, McKay delves into the complex emotions of comparison and envy, exploring how they impact our happiness and well-being. Through insightful studies and personal anecdotes, he uncovers the detrimental effects of constantly worrying about others' opinions and comparing ourselves to them. McKay also discusses the importance of giving grace and offering encouragement, highlighting how these simple acts can significantly enhance our own happiness and that of others. Make the right choice here today by tuning into this inspiring episode and discovering the significant impact that consistently choosing happiness can have upon your life and the lives of those around you.

Episode Highlights:

• Jaku's life and the lessons it offers
• The enduring power of choice and resilience
• Insights on cultivating happiness and fulfillment
• Exploring the impact of comparison and envy on happiness and well-being
• Understanding the power of giving grace and kindness to others
• Overcoming resentment and finding contentment through gratitude
• Embracing adventure and risk for true happiness beyond routine
• The significance of encouragement in fostering happiness and fulfillment
• Happiness as a conscious choice, achievable through acts of kindness and gratitude.

Quotes:

"Happiness does not fall from the sky. It's in your hands."

"The answer is not what can be done to you to make you happy, it's what can be done inside you to help you choose to be happy."

"It is my personal approach that creates the climate. It is my daily mood that makes the weather."

"Most people are worried about themselves and their own issues, not whether your nails are done or if you've gained weight or aren't working."

"When you take envy out of your heart. It needs to be replaced with something. Otherwise the void will be filled with envy again."

"It is an amazing power. It is happiness that comes into your life when you extend kindness to another person."

"Happiness is a choice to do a few simple and good things. Choose happiness and watch, you'll live a different life, walk a different path."

"Focus on yourself and stop worrying about others, because unless you're privy to every single part of their life, you won't know what's going on."

"Resentment is a real happiness robbing feeling. And it can be crippling."

"When you apologize and you choose to be kind and see things from another's view, all things become happier."

Links:

https://www.mckaychristensen.org/