How to Be Happy: 10 Simple Habits You Can Start Today

Happiness means different things to different people.

To some, happiness is as simple as spending time with loved ones, whilst enjoying a flourishing career and a beautiful home. To others, happiness can only be experienced when traveling from one beautiful destination to another.

The pursuit of happiness can, however, prevent us from enjoying the here and now.

Fortunately, it is never too late to develop simple habits to help you discover how to be happy.

How to be Happy 101: Healthy Living

You have probably heard the saying “You are what you eat”.

If you eat bad foods, you will feel bad. It’s as simple as that.

The Science of Happiness survey found that healthy people are 20% happier than the average individual.

By taking care of your body, your body will care for you.

So, start eating right and exercise daily. You can guarantee you will feel better for it.

Seek Contentment

Sadly, only 33% of Americans have claimed they are very happy.

A desire for happiness could actually be making you unhappy. Living a life thinking about the things you do not have will only detract from the many blessings you have right now.

You will never be happy if you fail to find joy in the little things. Once you learn to become content with your life, the happiness will quickly follow.

Personal Development

Wake up every morning with the aim of making each day count.

Set a goal for yourself each morning. It could be as simple as reading a chapter of your favorite novel to finally asking your boss for a pay rise.

You can tick off a success at the end of each day and look forward to what’s in store tomorrow.

Emotional Intelligence

Let’s face it, we all allow our emotions to get the best of us at some point.

However, the only thing that can stop those feelings from spiraling out of control is you.

Learn to take a step back before you make a reaction, which will allow you to not only assess the situation but to control the emotions bubbling up inside.

When you learn to recognize your feelings, you can identify whether the emotions are warranted or if you are overreacting.

Positive Relationships

Unfortunately, we can build relationships with people who are no good for us.

While we are not here to provide relationship advice, we encourage you to only forge friendships with people who will have a positive influence on your life.

Write a Journal

Every morning or night, take a few moments to sit back and assess how you feel.

Write a journal that could include five things you are most grateful for each day, or write about the feelings you are currently experiencing.

This will allow you to find things to be grateful for in your life, or it could help you release tension and stress from your body.

Actions Over Results

Many people pursue a goal with an end result in mind, which can become a fixation.

Also, failing to achieve the desired result can lead to feelings of worthlessness or general unhappiness.

It is, therefore, time to stop obsessing about what is going to happen and start focusing on the task at hand.

Live for Today

Your past may be filled with bad memories you would rather forget.

Stop looking back and start moving forward. Live for each day, taking advantage of the many opportunities that life brings.

So, when you look back on your life when you are old and gray, you will have more wonderful memories than bad experiences.

Stop Worrying

Worry only doubles the pain, so why do it?

Stop worrying over the inevitable, because it is going to happen one way or another.

Have Some Fun

Stop taking life so seriously and just have a little fun.

Life is for living, so start enjoying each day with the people who matter most.

Make a silly joke, go dancing or do something you wouldn’t ordinarily do.

The best way to learn how to be happy is by living the life you want to live.

So, stop worrying, embrace every moment, take advantage of every opportunity, focus on the things and people who matter most, and learn how to be happy.