Write an article based on this "Make the most of every work day. Find meaning in your work. Don't obsess over your salary. Think about all of the people who need you. Reward yourself for a job well done. Make time for your friends and family. Know when your work just isn't working."
article: Even if you are looking for another position and just biding your time, remember that your boss will have to write a testimonial or reference letter for you. If you are a happy, committed and quality-driven employee, chances are, the reference will be a positive one and may just land you that job you seek. Even if you're feeling bummed out or frustrated at work, try putting on happy face it's been proven to actually make people feel happier. There's absolutely nothing you can lose from trying to be as happy as you can in the workplace. If you're feeling negative, complaining, or ranting to other coworkers, you're guaranteed to feel worse. One important way to feel happy at work is to find some meaning in the work you do. You don't have to be the CEO of a non-profit to feel like you're making a difference in people's lives. Whether you're a teacher, a waitress, or a corporate executive, you have to find a reason to do the work you do. You could be helping people, whether they are students, customers, or clients. If you struggle to find any meaning in the work you do, then it may get pretty difficult to be happy at work. You may feel like a lot of your job is filled with drudgery, which can lead you to forget the bigger picture. If you're a teacher, for example, you may spend so much time grading papers that you forget that you're teaching children to love literature or to develop their powers of reasoning. Take a moment to remind yourself why the work you do means something and you'll see your happiness soar. Though not being fairly compensated or feeling like you're more than overdue for a raise is unpleasant, you can't let this thought control your every move. If you step out for lunch, don't tell yourself that enjoying a burger and fries with your coworkers is the equivalent of working for half an hour; if you start to follow this line of thinking, you'll soon be filled with despair. Instead, draw up a larger budget and stick to it, but don't think of every little dollar you spend as being some fraction of your salary. Of course, if you feel that you are more than overqualified for your job, then you may be happier at a higher-paying position that is better suited to your needs. You can also ask your boss for a raise, if you feel that you deserve it. However, remember that increasing your salary by a marginal percentage won't make you happier for long. If you're feeling down in the dumps about your time at work, take a minute to think about all of the people who depend on you. Think of your students, your fellow waitstaff, the other people in your office, or whoever depends on you in your work environment. Think about what would happen if you didn't show up to a day of work or didn't show up ever again. Many people would suffer and wouldn't know what to do with themselves. Remind yourself how valuable you are the next time you have doubts about whether your current employment situation is right for you. You can also take some time to think about all of the people at work you need to go about your day. This will make you realize that you're in a supportive, collaborative environment and that you and your colleagues really need each other. Though productivity is important, so is mental health. If you want to be happy at work, then you should periodically reward yourself for getting through a certain task or getting done with your work day. You can schedule a happy hour at work after a series of what you know will be stressful meetings. You can enjoy a sugar cookie after teaching two of your hardest classes. You can spend ten minutes reading up on your celebrity gossip after turning in a complicated report. Find whatever motivates you to get your work done and use it as a reward after a hard day. Having rewards for yourself will also give you something to look forward to throughout your work day. You may be more energetic and efficient if you know that you'll have a romantic dinner date with your partner after a day of work. No matter how busy you may be, it's always important to make time for the people closest to you. If you spend all of your energy on your job or complaining about your job, then you won't be able to stop and enjoy life. If you want to create a healthy balance between work and play, then you should make sure to see one of your friends at least once a week and to check in with your family, whether it's over the phone or in person, at least once a week so you feel connected to the outside world. You'll be happier at work if you have more love, family, and friendship in your life. When you feel like you're too busy to return a friend's call, ask yourself if there's something you can cut back on to give yourself time to do the things you love. Chances are, you can spend half an hour less watching TV, browsing Facebook, or repeatedly hitting the snooze button and devote that time to catching up with someone you care about. Though there are many things you can do to be happier at work, there may come a time when you realize that nothing you do can truly make you happy at work. Maybe it's because you're treated unfairly in your workplace. Maybe you're doing something you don't really believe in instead of pursuing your passion. Maybe you just feel completely worn down and uninspired. If you've come to the conclusion that nothing you do can really make you happy at work, then it's time to start looking for more meaningful, fulfilling work. Of course, finding an amazing job is easier said than done in today's job market. But even beginning the act of looking can give you more hope and meaning in your life.

Write an article based on this "Find a solution to your obsession. Create a support network. Try new experiences. Do something positive for others."
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If you're obsessing over a challenge or problem, try to solve it. Brainstorm a list of options, so you feel like you have options. If you have trouble seeing potential solutions, talk with other people who have experienced a similar situation to the one you're trying to solve. Other people may be able to offer you a different perspective to solving your problem. For example, maybe you've been obsessing over a way to maintain your fitness through a life change. Your challenge could be finding a way to schedule your morning run while still being able to take your new infant to daycare. You might talk to another new parent or offer to take turns with childcare so you can work out. You may feel that obsessing over something or someone has isolated you from friends and family. Re-connect to friends, family, or co-workers who you can explain your situation to. Talking can help you understand the underlying cause of your obsession and having a support network to turn to can reduce your stress. For example, if you're obsessing over an ex after a break up, talk with a friend or family member. Talking with your friend might help you realize that you're obsessed because your ex was the first person to take you seriously in a relationship. It's easy to slip into the routine of obsessing over something if you're not challenging yourself with new things. If you've been meaning to pursue a new hobby or take a class, start doing it. Not only will you take your mind off of your obsession by focusing on a new task or skill, you may also meet new people or learn something new about yourself. New people and new ways of thinking can help you move beyond your obsession. You might realize that you no longer crave whatever the obsession rewarded you with. For example, you might not obsess over a lost job opportunity if you learn a new trade that you actually enjoy more. You might be so focused on obsessing over something going on in your life, that you completely overlook the lives of your friends, family members, or people in your community. Reach out to people who might need your help. Not only will they appreciate it, but you'll realize there's more to life than your obsession. For example, you might tutor at a school, serve at a soup kitchen, or drive an elderly relative to the grocery store.