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Positivity Hacks: 5 Ways To Feel Happy When Things Suck
After trying and perfecting (and slipping then re-focusing) these little tricks over the past few years, I decided it was time for me to share my five hacks to feeling happy when suck and we have crappy days.
We’ve all been there, had THOSE days. You know, the ones that just SUCK.
Sometimes, it is a single, isolated day of general suckery.
Sometimes, it’s a week (or two weeks, or even a month) that just drags on and on, wearing us down slowly like an overused blender.
But what we sometimes forget is that these days (weeks, months) are temporary.
And there are QUICK ways to help ourselves get in touch with our inner HAPPY PLACE, no matter how crappy our day or week has been.
Well, guess what?
There’s actually a few tricks to HACK your brain into feeling happy!
You can do it in a few quick moments- and trigger endorphins, dopamine AND serotonin using one or all of the easy activities below.
So without further ado…
Here are 5 fast (and easy) ways to pump some good old-fashioned happy chemicals right into your brain for a fast pick-me-up:
1. Drink a cup of coffee or tea.
Slowly enjoy the flavors and smell the aromas.
Savor the experience and feel the serotonin start to release happy vibes. Ahhhh…
2. Find a cuddly creature to pet.
Even if you pet a stranger’s dog on the street corner.
Do it. It’s worth it.
3. Watch a short video of babies laughing.
YouTube has tons of videos to choose from.
Don’t like babies? No worries- watch funny animals instead.
4. Randomly give something to someone else.
If you can afford it, give a few dollars to the Starbucks cashier for the next person’s coffee.
Get even more ideas for random giving here.
5. Spend a few minutes outdoors.
Take a few minutes to stroll around the block.
Or sit out on the porch or balcony (bring a blanket if needed) and absorb what you see and hear outside.
Are there birds? Traffic? People chattering along?
What colors do you see?
That’s life out there, it’s beautiful. Just relax and take it all in.
That’s it! 5 easy hacks to feel happy on rough days!
Did you notice that NONE of these require a significant other, a family member, or anyone other than yourself?
Take charge of YOUR happiness.
YOU deserve it.
P.s. – Feel free to comment below with additional ideas!
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Yes! I’m doing these 5 ways and they’re effective!
These are great tips…and I really could use a cup of coffee right about now!
These are very good ideas. I do a lot of these to keep up my mental health while being inside.
Thank you for these great tips on how to feel happy!
I love the number one and number three I always love to have a cup of coffee what ever my mood is and I love to Laugh too
This is a great article to read. Often times, I feel the same, but still need to think of the reasons to move on and go on with life. Thank you for sharing this! 🙂
Babies laughing are always awesome lol. Good list, all realistic and easy suggestions!
At those times, I go out for a walk or some outdoor activity mostly. Also, a stand up video too helps.
Absolutely agree with you. These wonderful tips are really helpful!!
I gave up caffeine because of my anxiety but now I drink chamomile tea religiously. When I’m feeling down I definitely grab my dog for impromptu cuddles
Paying it forward is a fantastic mood changer, for you and the recipient! Which we can all benefit from, now a days.
Paying it forward is a fantastic mood changer, for you and the recipient! Which we can all benefit from now a days.
Can hardly wait to use all these tip. They will come in handy if ever I’m feeling down.
Very timely piece, given what’s happening. I like that you say we are each responsible for taking charge. For me, it’s getting outside for a bit, with mask on, and staying 6 feet away from everyone.
A super timely piece, given what’s happening in the world today. I like that you say that we each have to take charge of our own happiness — for me, it’s the time spent outdoors, with friends (all of us in our masks and six feet away from one another).
Thank you for sharing some good information. I wrote a similar article about
moderate exercise and how it can help you feel better.
Really informative and carefully written article. I follow few of these tips to keep my mental health positive. 🙂
Hahahahaha! #3 is my favorite
such a nice post! I will be taking this advice on board.
Thank you! I am glad you like it! 🙂 Have an amazing weekend!