Day 3/30 Be Happy Challenge: Begin a Happiness Buzz List
Yesterday, we talked about making a commitment to nurturing happiness and started thinking about what exactly it is that makes us happy and unhappy and why that may be the case.
Today, let's delve a little deeper.
It might not seem like it sometimes, but there a lot of things that raise a smile and a smidgen of happiness on a regular basis.
It can be the simplest of things that put a smile on your face - people, memories, songs, things, actions, experiences, the list could go on and on...
One of the easiest ways to raise a smile and increase our daily happiness quota is to make sure we do something that makes us happy everyday and it doesn't have to be anything major.
Throughout the duration of this challenge, why not work on a list of things that make you happy?
In fact let's get started right now, let's make sure that list is in black on white, whether you write with pen or paper, or type it onto your computer or phone.
Make a list of things that make you happy.
There is no need to overthink this, as it is best just to write down whatever comes into your head. There is no need to organise or categorize, just jot ideas down as you think of them.
Don't feel under pressure to create a long list right now, this is a work in progress and you can add to it when a happy moment arises that you haven't written down yet.
It is great to catch yourself in a moment of happiness, even that in itself can become a helpful happiness habit. The list doesn't have to end when the challenge does, you can just keep adding to it.
Need some helpful starting points? Try to think of the big things that impact on your mood...
Who are the people in your life that make you happy?
What things that you own bring you joy?
What activities do you do that make you happy?
What hobbies bring you happiness?
What gestures or actions put a smile on your face?
What place make you feel good?
Now let's consider the little things that make you happy...
It might be that first cup of tea in the morning, or the first sip of wine when the children have finally gone to bed.
Admiring a pretty flower in your garden, or indeed someone else's garden.
A walk along the beach, with your toes out.
Having a few minutes to yourself to chill, collect your thoughts or even just escape.
After thinking about these questions and ideas, you will become more aware of what brings a smile to your face, or makes you happy.
Stop and take notice anytime that happens to you and add it to that lovely list of things that make you happy.
It will become an important resource for you as you recognize each moment of happiness and ensure you act on one of those things everyday. Not only can it make you more happy by just looking at the list, but it helps you feel more grateful as well.
I'd love to see your comments and questions and make this an interactive challenge. I am here to help.
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Other Get Happy Challenge Posts
Day 1: Making Happiness a Habit
The beach
The sound of the ocean
Writing something and expressing exactly what I meant
Being barefoot
Beautiful old carved wooden things
cats
Walking amongst the trees
Mastering a new skill
Making something beautiful
Rich fabrics
Libraries
Spending time with my Mom/talking to my Dad
Summer evening drives/strolls
Creepy old houses
Moonlight
Gentlemanly older men
Horses
Brilliant list, thank you for sharing.
Thank you for asking and for your other inspiring posts. Will keep reading.
Very good post !!
Being able to help others reach their potential is the most satisfying thing for me. Whether at work, in life or here. Nothing is more satisfying. Thank you for your hard work in Discord in helping to bring on new writers.
A very uplifting post.
Yes, helping and encouraging others is definitely very rewarding.
Awesome...
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