Happiness in the words of Dumbledore

I absolutely love this quote, and not just because it is from Dumbledore, one of my favorite literary characters. 

I think this quote just emphasizes the importance of perspective on life.  As it says, even if you are in a really sad place in your life, you can still find happiness, whether it's a good book or some friends you can laugh with.  

One way you can apply this is by taking some "Me Time" when you feel overwhelmed by school, friend drama, or family situations.  Set aside time to watch your favorite TV show or catch up on your magazine subscriptions or even organize an area of your room.  

When times are tough, think about this quote and remember that you will always be able to find a little shred of light in the darkness.  

Annika

Kindness

 

 

    Sometimes we perform simple acts of kindness without realizing it. For example, when we play sports we are constantly encouraging our teammates. Encouragement is important, because it helps others feel motivated to finish what they started. When we encourage others it makes them feel better and it also helps them want to do better as well. For example, in sports, when we encourage our teammates it helps them want to keep practicing to improve their game. When there is a weak link on your sports team, instead of getting annoyed with them encourage them. This will help make your team stronger, not only on the field, but off the field as well.