It is important to me to cultivate an appreciation of simple things. One of my greatest joys is sharing laughter with my husband or my sons. If we can laugh at life's foibles, we won't be brought down by life's stresses.

When my husband and I are outdoors we always take note of beauty of nature in our surroundings. We live in a rural area, and when we are driving, we may see a bright cardinal fly in front of our car, or a deer and her fawn crossing road. It never fails to make us appreciate simple things.

Think about what you consider to be "good things in life". If you can learn to appreciate people, nature, friendships,and other intangibles, then you are learning to see glass as half full instead of half empty. And guess what? You are on road to living good life!

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Attitudes are contagious--make yours worth catching!

Cyndi Roberts is the editor of the bi-weekly newsletter "1 Frugal Friend 2 Another", bringing you practical, money-saving tips, recipes and ideas. Visit her online at http://www.cynroberts.com to subscribe and receive the Free e-course, "Taming the Monster Grocery Bill".

5. Share kindness

Perform a random act of kindness for someone: a smile, compliment, or a favor just for fun. These will multiply and spread very rapidly.

There is a powerful quote by Stephen Jay Gould who said, "The center of human nature is rooted in ten thousand ordinary acts of kindness that define our days." Kindness is priceless. The love, kindnesses, and value we have given authentically to others will be our remaining treasures at end of life.

6. Share experience

Keep written or photo journals of your life: things you've done, places you've traveled, things you've learned. Record successes and failures. Share a happy memory. Also share difficult times that have helped you become stronger and wiser. When shared, value of these experiences multiplies.

Our unique experiences and perceptions of life are priceless. Sharing experiences will build one of strongest bonds with others. Our descendants can learn and benefit from our lifetime experiences for generations to come.

7. Share enthusiasm

If you are excited about a new success, tell someone. If you're ecstatic about a new project, show your glow. Your enthusiasm will inspire others to move forward with actions that bring rewarding achievements.

Enthusiasm keeps us looking forward to future. It brings many of those exciting days that we can savor with gratitude. That kind of glowing excitement for life is impossible to hide. It is contagious and will quickly spread to others.

Think about this statement by Norman MacEwan: "Happiness is not so much in having as sharing. We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give."

Sharing these gifts sends our thoughts on a far-reaching journey where they will touch many lives, and reconnect with our own. Would you like to receive these same life-enhancing gifts again and again? Begin multiplying your happiness by sharing one of these special gifts with someone today!