Lighten up today! Spiritual teachers emphasize the benefits of laughter and childlike joy. In the Bible’s Gospel of Matthew, Jesus says, “The Kingdom of heaven belongs to those who are like these children.” Try to approach life with an open heart and a playful mind—you may experience unexpected blessings.
Recall something you enjoyed doing as a child, such as blowing soap bubbles, flying a kite, or splashing about in mud puddles. Let the child in you come out and play again. Engage in one of those youthful expressions of joy. Don’t censor or judge yourself—laugh at yourself instead. Notice how quickly your spirits lift.