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What’s your get-happy secret? (6 posts)

1 year, 5 months ago
By heather-eng

In our January issue, we shared five simple ways to boost your mood, like writing down three things you’re thankful for, getting a little exercise and reaching out to your support network.

What are your surefire get-happy tactics? For me, I’ve found that looking at vacation photos, taking a dance class or chatting on the phone with a loved one can make me feel better almost instantly. Share your go-tos here!

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polkadotgirl said 1 year, 5 months ago:

I allow myself to do the things that I enjoy (without guilt that I am not doing something more important) like drawing with sidewalk chalk, reading an interesting book, or listening to music. I also enjoy posting on my facebook page entitled Get Happy Then Parent. It is all about peaceful parenting and that makes me very happy.
lisact said 1 year, 5 months ago:

Like polkadotgirl, I also allow myself to do the things I enjoy like sleeping in on a Sunday morning or getting a manicure at lunch. But, then allow myself to NOT FEEL GUILTY that I did them!
lrdwrite said 1 year, 4 months ago:

Everynight I share four things I am thankful for everyday on my blog sharingthanks.blogspot.com. This practice has helped me appreciate the joy and beauty in my life and look at life more positively.
worriedmama said 1 year, 4 months ago:

My stay happy secret is to keep things small and simple. My home is small and only contains what we need (the more you have the more you want). I recently donated a ton of clothes that I don’t wear any more and I can actually find space now in my closet!
bylovinghands said 1 year, 3 months ago:

Seligman said it right “People will like you more because you make them feel good, that in turn will make you feel great”. I take that to heart each day I go to work. I dress in nice playful outfits, and use bright colors when I can, and even do my finger nails. It’s funny but even the drivers notice that when they come to the warehouse to pick up their shipments and sign their paper work. I also make it a point to try and decorate for each holiday, and put together a pot luck lunch for everyone to join from time to time. It’s these little things that have really made a difference to the people I work with and the drivers by putting a smile on their faces each day. Just because it’s a job I don’t see why it can’t be a happy place to be, and it works to keep me happy too!

Mrs Liz
http://bylovinghands.com