This past year has been a whirlwind, but one theme holds true: I want the next 20 years of my life to be the happiest, regardless of the trials that come my way. Although I do feel an abundance of gratitude and joy for the blessings I experience, with so many of the stresses of being a 21st century woman, I often struggle with happiness amid the demands of my everyday life. I read a blog, recently, that was focused on why Icelandic people are among the happiest people on earth. Indeed, two of the happiest people I have ever known were my Icelandic grandfather, Dan Kristjanson, and my dad, Mark Kristjanson. I decided to do some research, and see what shifts I can make in my life that may better align with my Icelandic DNA, thinking, perhaps, I am pushing too hard against my nature and need to more deeply explore who I was born to be. Here's what I learned about this small but abundant nation of happy people, and shifts I am making to leverage their magic.
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Robin Betts is an amazing lady. Her easy smile makes her appear as if she hasn't a care in the world, but in reality, she has faced the challenges many of us face such as financial challenges, major and chronic health issues of an immediate family member, addiction and ensuing recovery efforts of a loved one, and a need to fully re-invent herself in order to make a better place for her and her family in the world. So how did she do it?
Click here to read more about this Salt Lake City executive, how she balances faith and family, advancement, her health and her sanity. She has five easy tips that will elevate you to the next level!
