Happiness is not something that is found, but rather a skill that needs to be worked on and correctly applied before an individual may reach that fulfillment. Although this idea is applied to all aspects of being happy, Dr. Lombardo focuses on helping specific individuals find happiness in a way that is accustomed to their personal lives.

Being a mother can bring stress into a woman’s life, which in turn may cause unhappiness or discontent. With these helpful tips, Dr. Lombardo aims to help those women who are struggling with their happiness.

The top 3 tips to being a happy mom are:

• Jump on the bed: dance around the house, race your kids to the car. Any type of exercise will boost your happiness.
• Be assertive: don’t wait for your children or partner to ask how they can help. Delve out the responsibilities.
• Be grateful for all that you do and all the positives in your life. Research shows that gratitude is the quickest and longest lasting way to achieve happiness/

By concentrating on these three tips, Dr. Lombardo helps lead mothers and families to a stress-free and happier lifestyle. For more tips on happiness, read Dr. Lombardo’s bestselling book, “A Happy You: Your Ultimate Prescription for Happiness,” an A-Z guide of how to have less stress and more happiness.

Elizabeth Lombardo, PhD, MS, PT is a clinical psychologist and physical therapist who helps people overcome stress and reach happiness, regardless what is going on in their lives.