This is my sentiment exactly, that happiness is internal and requires awareness. When you shop for yourself, you can look at your shopping cart and be aware of

This is my sentiment exactly, that happiness is internal and requires awareness. When you shop for yourself, you can look at your shopping cart and be aware of what your needs are in life. When you cook your own food, you exercise control and awareness over what is going into your body. Cleaning requires you to be aware of your environment, and in the state of improved blood flow your mind has the freedom to clean itself of anxieties, bad memories, etc.