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7 Habits for a Happier You Every Single Day

Simple Daily Practices to Boost Your Mood and Well-Being

By AMIT KUMARPublished about a year ago 3 min read

We all want to be happy, but we tend to avoid it sometimes. But there's good news, for with the help of a few habits, you can considerably improve your daily life. Here are seven habits to lead a happier and richer life every day.

1. Start Your Day with Gratitude

Gratitude is the strongest feeling that will change the perspective of life. As one becomes thankful for what they are given, the nature becomes positive all day long. Find at least three things to be thankful for and reflect for a few moments every morning. This may range from a loving family to being thankful for the beauty that nature provides. Writing down those things in a journal reinforces the habit you would want to build. Scientifically, researches have proven that the frequent practicing of gratitude affects a person's happy and less stressful life.

2. Regular Workout

Working out physically is excellent for the body. Working out also affects the mind. The more an individual exercises, the more endorphin will be released, and people typically refer to these natural mood boosters in the body. Whether brisk walking, yoga session, or full workout, exercise helps reduce anxiety and depression. Most important, make some time for physical activity during the day-30 minutes at least. Choose something you like doing so that it does not become tedious but rather a fun part of your daily interaction.

3. Mindfulness

Mindfulness is being in tune with the present moment, in a non-judgmental way. You can use meditation, deep breathing or even be mindful of things around you. Mindfulness helps reduce stress, enhances your concentration, and also brings happiness to your emotional self. Simply start with two minutes and eventually increase the time. There are many apps that can guide you through the first mindfulness session.

4. Nourish Good Relationships

Good relationships with other people bring happiness. Spend time with your family and friends, make existing ones deep, and create new relationships. Better relationships and social contact can also give you an emotional support safety net in loneliness and isolation. In general rule, be attentive in communication with your beloved, share stories of your life with each other, and learn theirs. Socializing and bonding with people can provide you with a sense of being connected to the community and at the same time improve general health.

5. Living Your Passion

Living your passion makes you extremely happy and fulfilling. If you are passionate about painting, writing, gardening, or playing any musical instrument, it makes your day beautiful, and spending quality time in that will add more colors to your life. This satisfies you and gives you that sense of fulfillment because you get to do your passion. Spend sometime in a week doing things that really interest you. It is not the quality, but the fun and fulfillment the activity gives you.

6. Self Care

It is caring for the self very important towards the physical well-being and the mental well-being. Self-care may be an activity as simply as reading a book, bathing in bubbles, or spending quality time in nature-to name some. Pay attention to your needs: sleep, healthy diet, hydration, and rests when needed. Self-care helps recharge the energy and resilience of doing things, making it easier in handling life's challenges. Self care must not be an afterthought.

7. Establish Achievable Goals

A great feeling of purpose and direction would really enhance happiness. Setting achievable goals which must be aligned with your values and aspirations, breaking down bigger goals into smaller, manageable steps, and celebrating the small wins along the way. Goal setting really motivates and gives that feeling of accomplishment which further enhances your self-esteem and your overall happiness. Be flexible with your goals and do whatever it takes to stay on track and keep a positive mindset.

Conclusion

These seven habits could mean a happier, rewarding life.

Start with some gratitude at the beginning of the day to create the right vibes for the whole day. Scheduled physical activity builds mood and energy levels. Living in the moment, without the tension of mindfulness, assists in building a supportive social network based on positive relationships. Enjoyment and purpose will be found in your job or hobby. Develop self-practice, with achievable goals to remind you that you are making progress toward staying focused and motivated to take care of your well-being. So all these little and effective changes will guide you toward becoming happier you every single day.

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About the Creator

AMIT KUMAR

Amit Kumar, as an article writer and keen story teller interested in lifestyle, technology and other entertainment issues, intends to inform, inspire and relate with the readers through words in an impactful and relatable writing.

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