Putting your happiness first is a really great way to feel better about yourself, and also improve the way you treat others. It's important to remember that wanting to feel happy is not selfish!

Think about the things you do in your life, and ask yourself these two questions:

1. Does this make me happy?
2. Is this helping me work towards future happiness?

If the answer to both questions is "No", it might be time to think about your reasons for doing the things you do.

This strategy can also help you become closer with the people you love, and treat others well. For example, you might hate baking cookies, but if you are baking them for a friend, seeing them happy at recieving such a thoughtful gift will make you happy, and will make the time you spent baking worthwhile!

Try asking these questions about some of the things you do- your happiness is so important!