You need to be satisfied and grateful of the things you have in your life. Try to see good in each and everything. Suddenly you'll feel happy.

Happiness is getting a hug or a kiss from my Princess and her laughing or smiling or giggling.   Happiness is reading,  listening to music,  travelling, spending time with family,  helping someone in need,  cooking yummy food,  doing some charity,  seeing someone happy.

there is no better way to be happy than lowering expectations and being grateful.

find a purpose anon. when u find what makes u happy and u work towards it u will be happy! no one's life is perfect. i too hv this issue that my happiness depends on others. the day u find happiness in small small things u will be very happy. eg i derive happiness whn i see my childoo has finished her meal or whn she is giggling while watching mr bean. or every time a mom gets helped here on babychakra i feel very happy! pls read anon. reading, music gives a lot of bliss!

why are you feeling unhappy? happiness is very subjective... what makes me happy would probably not give you happiness. find what makes you happy, write down if you must, try to find happiness in small things, not just in big things. meditate, find inner peace, let go off baggage, spend time with loved ones, and pursue your passions. hope you find your happiness sweety.... love and hugs...