The 15 Things All Happy People Do

We all experience happiness in our own lives. It is a warm, bubbly feeling that lifts us up and makes things seem better than they really are. We come across happy people on the streets, or we see them in our personal lives or on TV, they have an aura of contentment surrounding them. They don’t have time to worry about the little things because they know if they keep focused on what is truly important, good stuff will happen by itself.

Happiness is simple. But happiness is not as simple as it seems. Right?

1. They work on themselves.

I have this theory about people. I think we’re our own worst critics. We see what we do as bad or flawed. We are quick to point out our faults, and we point them out loud and clear to everyone around us regardless of who likes to hear it or not.

According to most experts, there is a key factor that determines how happy we become: it is not the events around us, but how we react to them, our attitude. This simply means that the things that happen in our lives are not always within our control. We don’t get to choose whether we win or lose at work. We can’t choose who gets sick and when. But we have a choice in how we react to all of this stuff, in our attitude.

Happy people know this, so they make sure that they work on themselves first and foremost. They may not be able to control what happens around them, but they do get to choose how they respond, which is why they make sure that working on themselves is their top priority.

2. They live deliberately.

Happy people know that they only have a certain amount of time on this earth. They do not want to waste it. They live every day as if it were their last, and they decide to cherish each moment they have.

Happiness is a choice, and they make the best possible decisions when it comes to their life. They plan trips and vacations months in advance because they want to make sure that every visit is special, so strong planning is very much part of their routine; this also allows them to get started on things with enough time for preparation. Happy people never find themselves rushing or attempting to cram something in before the deadline; instead, they put off things until there is enough time for them to do it right.

They also know how to say no. They learn to prioritize their lives, so they make sure that the things that matter most get the most attention. Yes, this means saying no to a lot of things, but they are able to turn down requests that are not as important as they think they are and believe me, it is not easy sometimes because they know what matters most and that is priority number one.

3. They think positive.

Happiness is a choice; it does not just happen. And happy people know this better than anyone. They actively practice and train their minds to think positive.

There are all kinds of things that can make us sad or discouraging, but these are things we can find ways to overcome. If a person is unhappy because he or she lost a job, then change is possible. If another person is feeling sad because his or her ex-boyfriend or girlfriend broke up with them, then that’s something that can be worked through. And if a friend is experiencing pain because she has not received a particular award, she can talk about it with him and be empowered by his support.

But there are other things in life that our minds cannot overcome; they control us and they need to be dealt with head-on. One of those things is negative thinking. Happy people do not allow themselves to get discouraged by the little things in life. They deal with negativity head-on and only allow positive things to enter their minds. This doesn’t mean they are blindly optimistic all of the time just that they actively search for the good in every situation, which allows them to end up with a positive attitude about everything.

4. They treat people well.

Happiness is about being fair and treating people with respect. Happy people know that this is a huge and important part of life, and they have a deep respect for everyone around them.

They are able to see the good in everyone and everything, which allows them to treat others like equals. When they listen to others, when they understand them, when they play a role in their lives, this is what matters most to happy people. No one is better than anyone else; no one should feel less because of his or her background or money; none should be left out because he or she lacks something at some point in life.

5. They celebrate the small things.

Happy people pay attention to the little things in life. They don’t let them go unnoticed or unappreciated.

Obviously, we all have big things in life that make us happy, the expensive cars, the families, the people we love but happy people never lose sight of those small things that bring a smile to our faces every day, which is why they feel a sense of accomplishment whenever they are successful at something small; it is their big and little successes at work or at home that make them feel like real winners.

6. They learn from mistakes.

Mistakes are a part of life, so we have to accept this fact. What truly sets happy people apart from everyone else is that they do not shy away from their mistakes. They learn from them and use this knowledge to become better people.

It is only by taking risks and making mistakes that we learn how to handle things when they go wrong; we also learn how to fix what made us feel miserable in the first place. If anything, life is all about learning, and happy people make sure they capitalize on all opportunities because they were able to learn something new.

7. They don’t complain.

Complaining is a huge part of being unhappy in life. What most people do not know is that complaining is actually a choice one that they can resolve if they really want to and happy people know this. They have learned to make the choice to stop complaining and search for other ways to solve problems and make things better.

Complaining works like a disease; it infects people, bringing them down and making their lives less happy day by day, minute by minute. When we complain, we become more and more unhappy and somehow the negative energy around us feels contagious. Sadness becomes contagious and negative words start to appear in our conversations, which is what happens when we complain. It is much easier to be happy when we don’t talk negatively about life.

8. They notice the small things.

Another thing that makes happy people different from unhappy ones is that they notice the little things in life. They know that even something as simple as a smile or hand gesture can make them feel better, so they take notice of these things.

They notice how they feel when they are happy, and they don’t miss the opportunity to make other people feel good because of this knowledge. They respect the fact that we are all individuals and recognize everyone’s individuality. They know that no two people ever feel exactly the same way about something, but happy people have learned to accept everyone for their uniqueness.

9. They don’t dwell on their problems.

Successful people do not leave problems behind them everywhere they go; instead, they learn to deal with all things that arise in their lives and move on with life. They know exactly how to handle life’s problems, which is why they don’t dwell on them and let them ruin their lives from a distance.

Unhappy people do not like to face the truth in their lives, so they prefer to ignore what is really going on around them. They are always searching for reasons why things are not working out; they have trouble saying no, and they end up complaining about what is actually happening. Happy people deal with problems at a distance by not dwelling on them and they learn that decisions can be made quickly because of this behavior.

10. They work hard toward their goals.

It’s one thing to have a goal in mind and another thing to actually achieve it. Unhappy people have goals, but they don’t work hard enough to accomplish them. Happy people understand that everything requires effort and even more effort if they want immediate results, so they make sure they make the right decisions when it comes to their future.

They know that life is full of obstacles, but a decision must be made at some point: either to accept things just as they are or work hard in order to change them. They make the right choice because their minds are clear on this matter; happy people decide that nothing in life should remain stagnant and unchangeable because that would only lead them toward depression.

11. They live in the moment.

One of the things that make happy people different is their ability to live in the moment. They do not allow their past to influence them, nor do they take too much into account what will happen tomorrow; they are grounded and dedicated to the present, living in it without trying to change it or fix it.

Happy people know how to accept what is; they don’t run away from life because they are afraid to feel something, or because they want everything around them to be perfect. Happy people learn to enjoy life as it comes; they embrace everything that comes their way and do not miss an opportunity to live in the present and make the most out of it.

12. They feel comfortable being alone.

Being alone doesn’t scare happy people. They know how to enjoy their own company, which is why they can be with themselves in any situation, even when they don’t have anyone else around. Happy people are introverts and extroverts at one time because they are in touch with their true selves all the time, which means that they can spend time by themselves without falling apart or feeling uncomfortable about themselves.

Even though they might be alone, happy people know that being alone is a choice. They choose to be alone in moments when they have nothing to do, which allows them to connect with their inner selves and understand what they really want out of life.

13. They know what they need.

Happy people understand that there are different types of happiness and that different situations bring out different feelings, so they know what makes them happy and what doesn’t. They also know how to balance their emotions; instead of letting them come out as anger or sadness, they make sure to bring happiness into their lives by finding the right decisions.

Unhappy people have no idea what makes them happy, so they have a hard time understanding what truly makes them happy. They feel like they cannot be happy without all the things that make them unhappy and do not understand that being happy does not mean being sad all the time or feeling like nothing good can happen in their lives. Happy people know how to recognize their needs and take care of it as soon as possible; they don’t let negative emotions get out of hand.

14. They learn to forgive others.

When someone does not forgive someone for something or hurts you, it’s hard to accept it and move on with life. It’s hard to forgive, so unhappy people don’t forgive others, which is why they do not move on with life.

Happy people know that forgiveness is a learned behavior and a choice. They choose to forgive because they have realized that people are not always going to make the best decisions; no one should be punished for their actions. Happy people also know that good things happen in life, and that what goes around comes around; when someone does not put themselves in a situation where something good can happen, those same things may end up happening anyway.

15. They enjoy their lives and appreciate the moments they have.

Happy people have learned to enjoy life, so they do not waste time with emotions and hold grudges. Instead of worrying about things that do not matter, they appreciate the moments that come their way and treat their days as if they were a gift. They make the most out of each moment because no moment is a waste; instead, it’s all about making the best out of what is happening around them.

Unhappy people make things seem like something bad will happen at any moment, which makes them feel anxious and stressed out all the time. They always worry about what will happen instead of communicating with others because they don’t know how to say or do anything that could lead to happiness in their lives.

In Conclusion

Being happy does not mean that things will always work out for you, but it does mean that you can make the most of everything that comes your way. A simple choice to be happy is a choice with no risk involved; instead of worrying, you can choose the right decisions in your life because they will not lead to disappointment or hurt.