Be happy, first… not later.In the west, we have this notion that once we achieve our goals, we will then be happy.

But research suggests the opposite – that happier people tend to be more motivated, more resilient to stress, and more likely to achieve their goals.

So although you may be putting a ton of pressure on yourself to achieve your goals, and thinking you’ll be happy “when,” fight the urge and do whatever it takes to be happy now. You will be much more likely to achieve your goals  (taken from:  www.pickthebrain.com/blog)