11 Steps to Happiness

In her book, Become Your Own Matchmaker: 8 Easy Steps for Attracting Your Perfect Mate, Patti gives many ideas for how to have fun in the meantime during your dating detox. Participating in these activities will allegedly give you the glow of happiness and self-confidence that men can't resist.


1. Get lost in your favorite book, TV show, or movie.

Okay, I enjoy all three of these things on a regular basis.

2. Take a long hot bath with your favorite scented bath oil or bubbles.

I take baths when I'm sore. Seems a bit cliche. But since Patti said so, I'll do it.

3. Take a quick weekend vacation.

I took a week long vacation!

4. Pet, hold, or hug something soft and furry, even if it's just at the pet store.

Now seeking furry things to pet.

5. Work on your favorite hobby.

Photography's my hobby, and I stay busy at it often.

6. Write a nice letter.

This is a good idea; I'll try it. With mother's day

7. Plant something.

I'm flower bedding this year, so I'm outside with it often.

8. Listen to happy music.

Does this mean I should forgo my "Girl Power" (A la Avril and Pink) and "Busta Cap" playlists? Fine fine, I'll trade them in for the Latino beats that made my heart shimmy and shake.

9. Sign up for a class or workshop.

Speaking of those Latino beats, I'm now taking dance classes!

10. Explore your roots.

Okay, I'll think about this. I have actually recently spent some quality time with extended family, so it's plausible. And seeing where you've been helps you realize where you want to go.

11. Eat chocolate.

Yeah, no worries there. :)

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What are some other tried and true steps to happiness I should look into?