Feeling unlucky this Friday the 13th? Or maybe this just hasn’t been your week. Regardless, we all get in a funk at one point or another. But with a few simple tricks, you can turn that frown right upside down!
Check out these five easy ways to boost your happy.
Practice Gratitude
The science of gratitude is very real. If you’re looking to live life to the fullest, one of the best places you can start is by being grateful. As humans, we have a tendency to focus on negative parts of our life. Instead, try focusing on the good things in your life by listing them out in a gratitude journal. Good things come to those who appreciate the good things in their life.
Work It Out
Elle Woods was right. Exercise does give you endorphins and endorphins do make you happy. Countless studies have proven exercise to be one of best ways to reduce depression and anxiety. Better yet, people who workout regularly tend to be happier because they feel better about their body. Time to hit the treadmill!
Hit the Books
Adult coloring books are the new therapy. Scribbling through a few pages of a coloring book is reported to have very calming benefits and can even be used as an alternative to meditation. So channel your inner kindergartener and put pencil to paper to let go of any stress or anxiety you might be harnessing.
Catch up With Old Friends
When you’re feeling down, it’s always a good idea to reach out to the people who love you and know you best. The feeling of being connected to someone else is a guaranteed pick-me-up. One of the top five regrets of people nearing the end of their life is not spending enough time with friends and family so pick up that phone!
Soak in the Sun
Did you know that spending time outside can boost your mood, broaden thinking, and even improve working memory? With as little as 15 minutes in the sun, you can boost your levels of serotonin which largely contribute to the feeling of happiness and well-being. Take a quick break outside or eat your lunch outside and soak in your fair share of rays.
What are some other ways you boost your happiness? Let us know in the comments below!
xx, The FabFitFun Team
