The influence of anticipation

In looking forward to an upcoming event, I found myself feeling particularly upbeat. I was a little friendlier than usual. A little more patient than usual. A little more at ease than usual.

It made me wonder: how many people are cranky, impatient, and unkind simply because they’re not looking forward to anything?

And, how can I organize my life such that there’s always something to cheerfully anticipate?