10 Rules For Happiness

David O McKay was a prophet for The Church of Jesus Christ of Later-day Saints in the early 1960s. His 10 Rules for Happiness have played a strong role in my life. I share them here, as I work on staying grounded:

1. Develop yourself by self-discipline.

2. Joy comes through creation -- sorrow through destruction. Every living

thing can grow: Use the world wisely to realize soul growth.

3. Do things which are hard to do.

4. Entertain upbuilding thoughts. What you think about when you do not

have to think shows what you really are.

5. Do your best this hour, and you will do better the next.

6. Be true to those who trust you.

7. Pray for wisdom, courage, and a kind heart.

8. Give heed to God's messages through inspiration. If self-indulgence,

jealousy, avarice, or worry have deadened your response, pray the Lord to

wipe out these impediments.

9. True friends enrich life. If you would have friends, be one.

10. Faith is the foundation of all things -- including happiness.