50 ways to get happy now!
Sponsored by U.S. Taekwondo Academy
The pursuit of happiness. Ever find yourself saying, “I’ll be happen when…?”. If so, you may be setting yourself up for disappointment. Often times, we think there is an endgame to happiness. We tell ourselves once we attain a certain goal or reach a dream, we will be truly happy.
But, what if we could be happy in the smaller, simpler actions? What if we could be happy each day as we journey through life?
Here are 50 ways to enjoy life and be happy in the now.
1. Be yourself
2. Be spontaneous
3. Sleep 7-8 hours a night
4. Workout
5. Drink water
6. Meditate
7. Pray
8. Eat healthy
9. Learn a new skill
10. Pamper yourself
11. Practice gratitude
12. Have fun!
13. Enjoy a meaningful conversation
14. Do something you’ve always wanted to do
15. Check in with a friend
16. Let things slide off your shoulders
17. Declutter a room
18. Frame a photo
19. Read a book
20. Say affirmations
21. Take a shower
22. Enjoy simple pleasures
23. Get outdoors
24. Dress up
25. Dance
26. Play your favorite song
27. Sing
28. Go for a walk
29. Limit sweets and treats
30. Deep breaths
31. Release anger
32. Turn off your phone
33. Take your vitamins
34. Color
35. Write in a journal
36. Be still and enjoy your thoughts
37. Drink a hot cup of tea
38. Watch your children play
39. Hug someone
40. Cook a delicious meal
41. Stop complaining
42. Hang around positive people
43. Strive to be better
44. Smell pleasing scents
45. Smile
46. Say no to something you don’t want to do
47. Do a random act of kindness
48. Enjoy time for yourself, even if it’s just 60 seconds
49. Stretch
50. Watch a funny show
Did you smile reading that list? Good! Now, go for it! The possibilities are endless! Feel free to create your own list of things that make you happy. Remember, happiness isn’t found in the destination. It’s found in the journey.
>> Please share what makes you happy today and tag me on Facebook or Instagram. For more details about this article, email [email protected]. Julia Chang is a health and fitness coach, motivator, and Taekwondo master. She currently runs health and fitness challenges and motivation bootcamps.
