If you are struggle to maintain a state of happiness when life throws you a curveball, try doing the following. 1.  Identify how the past may be influencing your perception today 2.  Take action to move through perceived barriers 3.  Enjoy life's journey without relying on external stimuli.    1.  Identify how the past may be influencing your perception today      Limiting beliefs from the past may affect your experience today and frustrate your attempts to find happiness.      A belief is a