Successful people don’t let the small and trivial matters of life drain their happiness. They understand that they can’t control everything, and thus won’t allow those situations to occupy precious mental space for more important issues.

They understand that setbacks are a normal part of the cycle of life and perspective is the key to maintaining happiness during those times.

A powerful question that successful people will ask themselves is, Does this matter in the grand scheme of things?

If not, then they acknowledge the situation for what it is but don’t let it drain them of their happiness.

When you’re trying to become happier, it’s tempting to seek validation from other people or to consume things. But consistent happiness in your life isn’t formed in the external world. Consistent happiness forms from your internal world.