Ten proven ways to increase your happiness)))
Most people are unhappy because they choose to be. All they have to do is change their minds and learn some new habits and their lives will change for ever. Here are ten habits of happy people. Try them and experience the results for yourself.
- Act happy - even if you don't feel it. A smiling face will get more smiles from others.
- Enjoy the moment. Happiness is not produced by great things happening, but by recognising all the little positive things that happen every day.
- Take control of your time. Happy people feel in control of their lives. Set yourself realistic goals for the day.
- Take regular exercise. Get your body producing those depression-busting chemicals.
- Get rest. We all need time on our own and enough sleep -make time to re-charge your batteries.
- Sing. People who sing are happy. It's the people who have to listen to them who are unhappy. Be a singer.
- Get a pet. Stroking a cat or patting a dog has therapeutic effect, calming anxiety.
- Feed your soul.
- Prioritise close relationships. Spending time in open communication with loved ones stops isolation and independence.
- Get out of town. Spend a few hours a week in the countryside. Smell the fresh air, touch the flowers and hug a tree.
Richard MacAndrew, Ron Martinez "Taboos and Issues" page 31