But taking the time to think about the small, everyday things that bring us joy and make us thankful can have a huge impact on our mental wellbeing. What better way to boost your mood than to spend time listing all the good things around you? Where are the places that you feel most at peace? What music brings you joy? Who are the people who have made a positive difference in your life? What challenges have you overcome and helped grow your resilience? If you find yourself seeking the answers to these questions and more, then this may be the book for you. Simply being grateful can give your mood a big boost, among other benefits. For example, a two-part study found that practicing gratitude can have a significant impact on feelings of hope and happiness. Spending 30 minutes or more a week in green spaces can help lower blood pressure and the chances of developing depression, according to one study. The song’s Anglo-Irish band’s Celtic feel conjures images of smoky pubs from Ireland to London where pints are raised, and the whiskey flows like streams.

a b Metcalf, Mitch (February 1, 2018). "Updated: ShowBuzzDaily's Top 150 Wednesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 1.31.2018". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on February 1, 2018 . Retrieved February 1, 2018. Charming, colourful illustrations will appeal to a wide age range including teenagers/older children

Bright colours and lovely illustrations on the front and throughout this book set the scene for positive thinking and constructive self reflection. I hope that this post has inspired you to stop what you’re doing and write your own list of 50 things that make you happy. 🙂 As you build habits to improve your happiness, it’s important to follow up with routine appointments to help take care your body, such as:

We opted for upbeat tunes akin to that feeling you get when you first fall in love. After all, when two people are in love, they feel like they can conquer the world and anything coming their way. Did you know that doctors agree that dancing can improve mood, self-esteem, physical fitness, and confidence? So if you’re feeling down and out, grab some friends and hit the dance floor!A sort of criteria emerged from our responses. Below you’ll find movies that lean heavily into nostalgia – titles that evoke that comfy feeling of going to the cinema as a youngster to see films you’ll later watch dozens of times on cable ( Hook, The Sandlot, Mrs. Doubtfire). You’ll also notice a preponderance of hilarious, and often goofy, comedies ( Step Brothers, Friday, Spy), and a bit of romance, too ( Crazy Rich Asians, When Harry Met Sally). You’ll find big names whose decades spent atop marquees have been a kind of comfort over the years to moviegoers (Toms Hanks and Cruise, Whoopi Goldberg, Eddie Murphy). And you’ll find the work of newer filmmaking voices that make us thrilled for the future of the medium (Taika Waititi, Olivia Wilde, and the team behind Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse). We’re sure that these love songs will solidify your relationship. And who knows, if you’re looking for love, these may help you find that certain someone. For those stressors you can’t avoid, remind yourself that everyone has stress — there’s no reason to think it’s all on you. And chances are, you’re stronger than you might think you are. Billy West as the voice of Raspberry, an imaginary purple three-headed bulldog (in "The Scrapyard of Childish Things") Exercise isn’t just for your body. Regular exercise can help reduce stress, feelings of anxiety, and symptoms of depression while boosting self-esteem and happiness.

You know, sometimes the most obvious choice is the best choice. When the song is called “Happy Dance,” and the groove is infectious, the lyrics are fun, and the energy is full throttle, we go with it. a b Metcalf, Mitch (March 28, 2019). "Updated: ShowBuzzDaily's Top 150 Wednesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 3.27.2019". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on March 28, 2019 . Retrieved March 28, 2019. Better yet, add some outdoor exercise into the mix for extra benefit. The same aforementioned study found that people who spent time in green spaces were also more likely to exercise more frequently and for longer each time. 17. Explore meditation Ah, love! Sure, love can break your heart, but love can send you soaring into the stratosphere, too! For example, swap a big, sweet breakfast pastry for some Greek yogurt with fruit. You’ll still satisfy your sweet tooth, and the protein will help you avoid a midmorning energy crash. Consider adding in a new food swap each week. 5. Practice gratitude

5. Build a growth mindset for happiness.

Focusing on the things that make us happy diverts our focus in life from what we do not have to what we have, from complaining to appreciation, from negative to positive, from sadness to happiness.” – Ronit Baras [ SOURCE] These are perfect for slow dancing with the one you love or jamming with friends on the dance floor! a b Metcalf, Mitch (May 2, 2019). "Updated: ShowBuzzDaily's Top 150 Wednesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 5.1.2019". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on May 2, 2019 . Retrieved May 2, 2019.

It’s easy to neglect self-care in a fast-paced world. But trying to find time to nurture yourself as much as you can is important in supporting your body’s responsibilities of carrying your thoughts, passions, and spirit through this world.There’s mounting evidence to support the fact that excessive phone use can lead to changes in the brain and impact your mood, with one review even revealing more serious cognitive and emotional changes in adolescents and young adults. I did a bit of research and found that focusing on happiness and actually feeling happy can have a positive impact on your overall health and wellbeing. How amazing is that?? Here are a few points that I found interesting about happiness: Try following habits once a year or more to reflect and plan for happiness. 23. Take time to reflect