14 Simple Ways to Add Happiness to Your Day

14 Simple Ways to Add Happiness to Your Day

Every day has its ups and downs, but sometimes you might find more downs than ups. Rather than waiting around for things to change, you can make an active effort to add a little happiness to your day. 

Sometimes it may feel like a huge effort, and if that is the case, try something subtle and simple to completely change how your day turns out. Remember to reach out to a therapist if you need additional support.

Here are some easy ways to add happiness to your day:

1.      Watch a movie. Curl up with a big bucket of popcorn and your favorite movie. Leave all your worries behind you temporarily as you engage in an activity that you genuinely enjoy.

2.      Spend time with your kids or loved ones. Instead of focusing on yourself, take some time to focus your attention on the people you love. Simply observe them and think about how much you appreciate the fact that they are in your life.

3.      Call your best friend. A phone call with a close friend is a great way to pass some time in a way that is comfortable and familiar to you. You can think about old times or enjoy planning something fun for the future.

4.      Go out for ice cream. While it's not a good idea to indulge all the time, it's definitely okay once in a while. Grab your favorite treat whether it's ice cream, a smoothie, or even Starbucks.

5.      Enjoy nature. Take in nature by watching the world around you. You can do this by going on a nature hike or even just observing the beauty of the stars at night.

6.      Take a hot bath. This is a great way to bring happiness to your day, especially if you have found the day stressful. Light some scented candles to include the benefits of aromatherapy to the relaxing warmth of the bath.

7.      Play a sport. Gather your friends and have a friendly competition. Sports are a fun way to get some exercise and relieve stress.

8.      Take a nap. An afternoon nap may be just what you are looking for. Even 15 minutes of shut-eye can help you feel more energized and happier. 

9.      Snuggle with your partner. Take the time to appreciate your partner and snuggle up for some couple-time. It's a great way to reconnect, especially if you've been really busy.

10.  Be lazy. Sometimes you might not feel as happy as you'd like because you expect too much from yourself. Take some time to simply relax, and give yourself time to recoup.

11.  Listen to your favorite song. Your favorite song is bound to brighten up your day. Turn to a music streaming app and blast your favorite songs. 

12.  Make casual conversation. Strike up some lively (and safe) conversations with strangers. If you are friendly and happy towards them, they will likely be the same to you.

13.  Be thankful. Reflect on all the things that you are grateful for in your life and write them down. You might be surprised at how long your list is! Sometimes changing your focus to what is going right in your life is all you need to turn that frown upside down.

14.  Enjoy time with your pets. Pets are part of the family too. Snuggle up with your pet for some quality time together.

Always remember that the list is endless when it comes to ways to brighten your day. Be creative and try new activities that you might like. Most importantly, seek a way to be grateful for each moment, and your life will be filled with new happiness.