Living in a city we often find ourselves running to pick up pace, though there is no race that we actually have to chase. The speed at which we live makes us eager to have everything fast like preparing 2-minute noodles. Often till we realize we have actually lost out on a lot of time.
Happiness is a relative concept; it differs amongst people. However, it is of primary importance to find out what makes you happy. Think about the last time you had no responsibilities; how did you feel? As long as you live in a city you shall always have a lot of pressure from time to time, but the key here is to manage the levels of anxiety and stress from time to time.
Here is list of things that we should practice from time to time to find happiness in our daily life.
Prepare your happiness list
This includes listing all the things that make or made you happy. It can be anything that you find joy in. Think only about yourself and your feelings while you prepare this list.
Do one new thing everything, that makes you happy.
Do one new thing every day. This could involve eating a new dish, wearing something new, speaking to someone you haven’t spoken to in a while or simply using a new shade of nail polish, it can be anything.
Meet new people
Socializing is important, it helps you feel at peace. Laughter is a medicine realized when you are with the right group of people. Staying away from people who are cynical and critical is helpful.
Pursue a hobby
Pursue a hobby, something that makes you feel happy and worthwhile during your free time. A hobby may not always be constructive or productive, the aim here however, is to do something you enjoy.
Travel often
You don’t always need to travel international to be happy, short trips and weekend getaways can help you unwind from the daily rush. It also keeps you rejuvenate and relax.
Exercise
You may not be regular at the gym, but doing simple stretching and breathing exercises help to release happy hormones. Indulging in yoga, meditation or mindfulness related activities is also very beneficial.
Family time
Having adequate family time at least weekly is very essential. Sharing conversations, experiences and ideas will help you grow as a person.
Make a mini-bucket list
This would comprise of all the things that you have always wanted to do but couldn’t. Keep it short to start off so you can eventually build upon it. Make sure it’s realistic and achievable to avoid any disappointments later.
Eat good food
It is okay to diet and want to stay fit, however not at the cost of starving. Our body requires all the basic vitamins and nutrients to function. Eating new varieties of food will help to uplift your mood and also spice up your taste buds.
We have 86,400 seconds a day, often our day doesn’t go as planned. May be 400 seconds of the day were disappointing, however we can’t brood over the remaining 86,000 seconds. Make the most of all that you have, it is now or never.
Dr. Alisha Lalljee (M.Ed, M.A., M.B.A)
Psychologist, Psychotherapist, and Educator
Website: www.alishalalljee.com
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