Be a bucket filler

I have recently learned of a concept that really does make you happier. Everyone has a bucket that needs to be filled daily. Each of us have our own bucket, and  the only way to fill it is by doing something kind to someone else. When you are playing sports, or competing, against someone else, did you think to tell others that they did a good job? Sometimes it is called being a good sport, but being a bucket filler goes beyond the high five for winning. 

You can write a note, deliver a treat, or just be really happy for someone who does really good at something. If you are frustrated with yourself, or possibly you don't perform as good as you would have liked, you can be happy for someone else. 

I know that when I go out of my way to fill someone's bucket, I suddenly feel happier. If you are in a funk, go and do something nice for a friend, your mom, or sibling. I promise it will make you feel better. 

When your own bucket is full, you are happy and confident. Your thoughts are positive and you are more friendly. Have you ever felt better after someone smiles, writes you a note, or does something nice for you? This is the ripple effect. I love random acts of kindness and I have been the recipient of this. It does make you happier! 

If your bucket is empty you feel sad, angry depressed anxious and sometimes physically ill. Its easy to believe that life is too hard and that nothing will help you be successful. An empty bucket needs to be filled. You get to decide if you do random acts of kindness to fill your own bucket.

Today is a great day to get out there and do something nice. Open doors, smile, say hello, and go give your mom a hug. You can help without being asked. You can write notes, visit with a neighbor or friend.  Filling you own bucket takes practice and action.