If you want to BE Happy, BE Proactive!

    We tend to be more of a Reactive society vs. a Proactive society.  Sometimes we just do not see things coming or an outcome completely contradicts what we believe to be reality. At times, the writing is on the wall, the situations and scenarios are all pointing towards a likely outcome and we just fail to take action.  As a result of our inactivity, the inevitable ensues.  In situations that speak to disastrous outcomes – usually – the result is a mess.  It is the less than glamorous outcome that may never have taken place had we decided to make our move just a couple of moments sooner.

Therefore, you must act…NOW!  
To be happy, you must live with honor 
and be situationally aware.   

Remember:

    • Live you life by action, not words.
    • Own your errors in relationships.
    • Value the weight of your name and         the reputation that goes with it
    • ALWAYS take action to intersect 
        issues that are small problems 
        before they become large 
        problems.  
    It is common for people to solicit advice and “take surveys” of how to handle an unfolding problem.  Beware false prophets and those who preach how YOU should live your life through pro-active means and then negate those statements by their own inactivity, hypocrisy, or lack of action.  There are many people who thrive on the power to tell others what to do and offer “sage advice.”  Unfortunately, these folks tend to be the same people who love to direct others’ actions and then fail to follow their own advice. 

    Being happy requires proactivity. Stay vigilant and alert.  It is always important to recognize when the right time is to step in before life writes the ending for you.  The sooner you intercede in life’s theater, the greater the likelihood will be that you can control a dramatic ending.  Be mindful of your surroundings and the people in it and through diligent effort, you can work to find and achieve your happiness. 

Phil Sottile is a 20-year 
veteran of the Applied Fitness and Exercise Sciences, hosts the 
“Intelligent Way to Fitness” 
on LI Cablevision since 2005, 
published a book on relationship management, and owns/operates one of Long Island’s “Best Gyms,” with his wife, Stacey. 
phil@intelligentfitness.net