22 Aug 20 Things Really, Really Happy People Do Way Differently
If you keep on doing what you’ve always done, you’ll keep on getting what you’ve always got.
If you’re happy with what you’ve got, or what you’re getting, then that’s fine.
But if you want more happiness and more success, or less unhappiness and less, well, if you want something that’s different, then you might need to do what you’re doing differently.
We can’t be happy all the time but many of us could enjoy more happiness and other good things in life, and for many of us, all it might take is something a bit different …
via Your Tango by David and Cindy Taylor
Making the decision to try and be happier is easy, but developing the daily habits that lead to an overall happier existence is a lot more challenging.
In order to successfully set up the challenge of being happier, there are some relatively easy things you can do each day to improve your momentary happiness and eventually build up your happiness level to be consistently happy in ways you didn’t think were possible.
If you want to be happier, try doing these twenty things that the consistently happiest people do.
20 daily habits of happy people that you can do, too
1. Be in the moment.
Since happiness in a decision, decide each moment to be happy in that moment and enjoy what that moment has to offer. The past is gone and can’t be changed. The future and all its worries has not happened yet. Be present now and purpose in your heart to be happy in the now.
2. Take a dog for a walk.
There are numerous studies that attest to the stress-relieving benefits of pets. They are there when you need a friend; they jump on you at the funniest moments; they lick your face or purr; they bring joy and companionship. Enjoy your pet.
3. Laugh out loud.
Watch an old George and Gracie show. Listen to a comedienne on Comedy Central. Pull out the old Monty Python shows and watch them again. Laughter is good for the soul.
4. Scent the air.
Research finds that the benefits of aromatherapy in relieving stress are real. Citrus scents like Orange or Lemon add an instant burst of joy, and deeper scents like Rose and Sandalwood help relieve stress and bring peace.
5. Go to sleep.
Our nation is a nation of overworked, sleep-deprived people, so to increase your happiness, take a daily nap. You are more likely to be happy and healthy when you are rested…
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