10 Steps from Disappointment to Happiness

1. Less expectation, more exploration.
2. Trust yourself to handle any situation.
3. Don’t beat yourself up over the past.
4. Treat yourself like a friend you love.
5. Don’t let external influences distract you from what’s good for you.
6. Seek out and embrace the unknown.
7. Turn off bad news.
8. Focus on accomplishments, not failures.
9. See the good in others.
10. Plan a vacation.

In summary, let go of your expectations and preoccupation with the past.  Find the good in others but don’t let the external distract you from the good in yourself.  Live in the now, embrace adventure, don’t fear the unknown, trust yourself and your ability to succeed.

Source:

• http://www.lifehack.org/articles/communication/how-change-your-life-from-disappointment-happiness-with-10-simple-steps.html