Mr.

Happy Man

In the film, a radio host said, “a lot of people couldn’t understand why he would do what
he’s doing.”

In your own words, describe the motivation behind Johnny Barnes’ actions. In other
words, why did Mr. Barnes perform his service to others; what qualities did he have that
motivated him toward this service? Respond in 1-2 complete sentences.

Mr. Barnes is happy making people happy, is something he enjoys. He was a very kind
man who dedicated his life to others through his cheerful demeanor.

Think about your own life. What is something YOU can do to spread happiness in your
community? Respond in 1-2 complete sentences.

Something a can do to make other people happy is smile at them. When I have a bad
day and someone smiles that day wasn't as bad as I thought.

One woman interviewed in the film explains that she did not want to look at Johnny
Barnes when she was driving to work one morning because she wanted to “hold on to
my unhappy moments.”

Why might someone want to hold on to unhappy moments? Is happiness a choice? Why
or why not? Respond in a paragraph of 5-8 complete sentences and restate the
questions in your answer.

Someone might want to hold unhappy moments, this could be for many reasons. Such
as approval from others, and handle uncertain emotions. I believe that happiness is
subjective. External circumstances and events can affect our well being. We can try
being happy with positive thoughts, being like Mr. Barens being grateful. But we
shouldn't forget about mental health conditions, societal pressures influence how we
experience happiness.

As portrayed in the film, a statue of Johnny Barnes was commissioned and erected at
the Hamilton traffic circle in his honor.

Imagine that you are chosen to write a plaque for the base of the statue. Create a one-
sentence inscription honoring Johnny Barnes.

In memory of Johnny Barnes, who with his kindness, and unwavering optimism touched
the hearts of all who crossed his path.

Jane Goodall, educator and primatologist, said, “I have many kinds of happiness. I’m
completely happy when I’m alone in nature… I’m really happy when I sit around with
friends in the evening, particularly around a campfire where we can tell stories… I’m
totally happy when I’m walking with a dog. Dogs make me really, really, happy because
you can just be yourself with a dog.”

When are you happiest? Respond in 2-3 sentences and use the stem, I am happiest
when…
I am happiest when with my closest family, laughing and sharing memories. Also when
a have I personal achievement especially when a overcame lots of problems.