The Habit of Happiness

A Simple Thought for Today
Inspired by Marianne Williamson

“Happiness is the choice I make today. It does not rest on my circumstances, but on my frame of mind. I surrender to God any emotional habits that lead me down the path of unhappiness, and pray for guidance in shifting my thoughts. In cultivating the habits of happiness, I attract the people and situations that match its frequency. I smile more often, give praise more often, give thanks more often, and am glad more often. For such is my choice today.”
—Marianne Williamson

When we stop chasing happiness and begin living by spiritual principles, we find something surprising: happiness is not a reward for the lucky or the strong. It is a daily decision, a spiritual practice—a habit of the heart.

There’s great power in recognizing that we are not helpless victims of emotion. With God’s help, we can surrender old patterns—fear, resentment, self-pity—and choose instead to cultivate gratitude, hope, and joy.

In recovery, we discover that serenity doesn't come from controlling the world around us. It comes from aligning our thoughts with truth. That alignment begins with willingness: the willingness to smile more, give thanks more, praise more, and notice what’s already good.

Like attracts like. When we begin to think and act from a place of joy, we start to draw peace, kindness, and connection into our lives. This isn’t magic—it’s spiritual alignment. The fruit of surrender and consistent practice.

So today, let’s ask God for help in shifting our mindset. Let’s live as if joy is not something to earn, but something to choose. Because we are loved. We are not alone. And we are free to walk in joy.