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Month: November 2017

Why Smiling is Good For You
Mindset

Why Smiling is Good For You

Posted on November 24, 2017January 4, 2019 by Ellen

Even if it feels awkward, and even if a smile doesn’t depict your current mood….SMILE. 😀 Right now, give it a try and just smile!…

Gifts Your Dog Will Love
Family Pets

Gifts Your Dog Will Love

Posted on November 19, 2017November 30, 2018 by Ellen

I’m a dog fanatic, so of course our dogs are included in all our family gift-giving occasions! They love getting gifts of treats and toys. They…

Optimism: It’s a Choice
Finding Joy

Optimism: It’s a Choice

Posted on November 16, 2017January 4, 2019 by Ellen

Optimism is not just cheerfulness for no reason, it’s a conscious decision to live your life choosing to have a positive attitude and expect good…

Korean War: Sharing My Dad’s Story
Finding Joy

Korean War: Sharing My Dad’s Story

Posted on November 9, 2017November 10, 2017 by Ellen

There is nothing joyful about war. So why am I writing about it on a blog called If It Brings You Joy? Because I want…

Makeup Ingredients to Avoid (And the Non-Toxic Makeup to Use Instead)
Favorite Products

Makeup Ingredients to Avoid (And the Non-Toxic Makeup to Use Instead)

Posted on November 3, 2017January 4, 2019 by Guest Author

Do you read makeup labels like you read food labels? Do you know which makeup ingredients to avoid because they’re chemicals that can cause harm…

FREE Printable

Daily Positivity Journal

Daily Positives Tracker Free Printable

Train Your Brain
to Think More Positively

and ultimately grow your happiness

Thank you!

Here's the link to your free Daily Positives Journal. 

How to use your journal: Every night when you settle down for sleep, think about your day and recall three good things that happened. Write them in your journal.

By consciously reviewing good things that happened in your day, and reinforcing those thoughts by writing, you'll become better at recognizing the positive in any situation. Dwelling on the positives will help you grow the happiness in your life.

Save your journal pages because it's fun to review them every now and then..... and re-live the joy!

I'm excited to continue bringing you inspiration to explore new ideas that will move you to become your best, happy self.

Ellen

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  • 70+ Funny Jokes for Kids (that adults will love, too!)
  • 75+ Gift Ideas for Women Who Have Everything [Update: 2018]
  • Archangels 101: Learn the Basics (Names & Meanings)
  • My Art Journey With Online Painting Videos
  • 5 Simple Daily Tips for Positive Thinking
  • 7 Daily Habits to Make Life a Little Better for Yourself & Others
  • 5 Marie Kondo Videos to Help You Declutter & Spark Joy




Blog author, Ellen Burgan

Hi! I’m Ellen Burgan, a lifestyle blogger helping midlife women who have “graduated” from the chaos of kids. The only problem is they slipped to lowest on the priority list and stopped doing things that made them happy. I share inspirational ideas and how-to resources so they are prepared to start a new chapter of their lives with more joy, purpose, and fun than ever before. Learn more about me…

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