Happiness is a Choice – It’s in Your Hands Being happy or sad isn’t about circumstances—it’s about perspective. We can’t always control what happens to us, but we can always control how we respond to it. Studies show that 90% of the world’s wealthiest people don’t tie happiness to money but to gratitude and a positive mindset. Similarly, the Japanese, known for their long lifespans, credit their happiness to a simple life, love for their work, and celebrating small joys. Happiness isn’t found in possessions—it’s found in perception. If wealth alone brought joy, every rich person would be smiling, and every poor person would be miserable. If success guaranteed peace, every accomplished person would feel fulfilled, but in reality, true happiness comes from within. Holding onto sadness only weighs you down, but choosing happiness makes life lighter and more meaningful. At the end of the day, we decide whether to dwell on our struggles or cherish the moments that make us smile. Because happiness isn’t a feeling—it’s a choice! > Written by: Usama Sarwar