Five Positive Habits You Should Inculcate to Stay Happy All Year Long
Regardless of what your definition of true happiness is, living a satisfying and merrier life is within our reach. Slightly tweaking your everyday habits can make you happier.
Habits are important. If you have ever attempted to break out of a bad habit, you are well aware of how deep-rooted they are. At the same time, good habits are also deeply rooted. Have you considered working on inculcating positive habits and making them a part of your daily routine? Check out some daily habits that can help jump-start your quest.
Purchase experiences
We all grew up learning that money cannot buy us happiness. And it is mostly correct. But several studies suggest that people are much happier after spending money on experiences instead of things. It happens because experiences often result in a deeper closeness and joy among the people sharing them. Hence, spending money on a family vacation instead of purchasing a pair of shoes will induce greater happiness and help create a long-lasting memory.
Practice gratitude
Practicing gratitude will help you during tough times by offering a positive perspective on life. You may begin with small practices like noting down three things you are grateful for, and these things can be anything from having a supportive family to a cup of hot coffee you enjoyed after work.
Inculcate the habit of offering
The act of giving always induces joy. That is the reason we are fond of surprise parties and also make an effort to give birthday presents to others. How about you pledge every year to make donations or offerings to a noble cause that requires more support? It does not necessarily have to be monetary donations, you may also consider offering other kinds of support at an NGO, animal shelter, and more.
Eliminate clutter and tidy up.
Eliminating clutter can have a profound impact on your mental health, just as it can on your wardrobe or closet. Clean out your space and keep only those items that you need and bring you happiness. Tidy and organized people generally feel more powerful.
Boost your endorphin
In simple words, exercise generates a chemical that curbs stress, soothes discomfort, and induces euphoria. According to researchers, you can experience post-exercise joy even on days you miss out on your workout session, provided you exercise every day. If you are not big on exercise, begin small with some stretching after waking up in the morning and before going for a shower to boost your endorphins.
Inculcate these habits and see how it impacts your emotional well-being.
