the secret of happiness
a brief article
on the Internet
a lottery win
brings material wealth
but life is much more
than what you can get
cherish friends
and family
you'll live
a few years longer
don't forget
to show affection
it actually
makes you stronger
show kindness
like the Dalai Lama
he really knows
how to laugh
a good diet
and some exercise
followed by
a fragrant bath
every day, write
at least three things
that went well,
to be grateful for
spend hours
in the natural world
beyond your
locked front door
slow down, and
learn to relax
don't burn out
by forty-three
forgive yourself
and that neighbour
and be happy
as just me
Copyright: Paul Judges/Maverick Heart
