Talk to me, old Greek

"Be as you wish to seem."

-Socrates 469 BC - 399 BC

What do we know about this ancient Greek philosopher?  He never wrote any of his philosophical beliefs.  His teachings can only be deciphered through his students (legendary figures in their own right).  He is known for asking many questions without providing answers.  Although the specifics of Socrates's history is shrouded in mist,  we cannot deny the impact of his words.

Does the above quote remind you of anything?  It should.  It's the concept of visualization.  Visualization itself is rooted in the Law of Attraction.  Recently made famous by Rhonda Byrne's book The Secret. (Although it didn't hurt having Oprah's approval)  Act like what what to feel.  This can be easily proven by simply smiling.  A simple smile with begin to ease your mind and change your mood to the better.  Please try this if you don't believe me. Better yet, do as Napolean Hill suggests: belt out a strong hearty laugh.  Do it.  Don't think about what anyone else thinks of you.  

This is a good time to mention something about me.  I know you probably don't want to hear, but I used to think all this stuff was total garbage.  I thought the entire movement of self-improvement was meant to take our hard earned money.  I know that everyone isn't genuine and the lines aren't black and white. What I do know is that if I smile and tell myself to feel happy - I feel happy.