20 Ways to Make Yourself Happier & Healthier

Sobiya N Moghul

Note these tips for a happier, motivated and healthier you:

Don’t wait for others to appreciate you. If you know you did something good, treat yourself to a chocolate or a book or anything else that you like.

No matter how much of a soup you’re in, you’ll find a way out. For example, if you have failed an exam, look at it like you have more time to do even better than you could have, the next time or you may find closure to pursue another interest.

No matter how small a thing, but always appreciate them for it. Even if someone is mean to you, think of something that is positive about that person. Hatred and negative feelings will only affect your well being. Having a zen attitude will make you look and feel calm.

Nobody knows you better than yourself. Take note of things that makes you happy and things that you find negative. Avoid the negative things, be it a situation or a person.

Psychology says having dull colours or a dull environment can make you feel dull too. Make sure you are surrounded by bright and beautiful things. You can get flowers, beautiful painting or pictures from your happy time to decorate your surroundings.

Facial feedback hypothesis suggests that one’s facial expressions can have an effect on emotional experience. So keep a smile on and give your best.

Company matters. It is important that the people you hang around with don’t give you negative energy. People who are cheerful and full of life will always make you feel good about yourself too.

If you are having instant unavoidable anxious thoughts, distract yourself by deep breathing, counting backwards, forcing other pleasant memories.

These age old practices will keep you healthy and happy.

Simple never fail methods are to eat well, sleep well and exercise well.

Alcohol is actually a depressant. Consuming alcohol in sad times will actually depress you more. And it’s a well known fact that dependence on substance is detrimental to your mental as well as physical health.

Practice some effective de-stressing techniques on a regular basis like soothing music and chamomile tea before going to sleep. Take a warm shower, play a video game or get a spa done.

Understanding the things that you appreciate about yourself and your achievements you are proud of will do wonders for your motivation.

If you know something you feel is wrong and inevitable, accept it and prepare yourself. Be realistic in your approach towards life.

Monotony can be quite depressing. Make sure you are on the go. Give yourself options. Join an art or a zumba class. Doing offbeat things will always keep you upbeat.

Fighting for something will give you the satisfaction that you did everything you could have, and then you will be able to move on to the next thing.

Everybody gets those constant negative voices that tends to pull you back. Make your own voice for positivity so loud that you can’t hear those voices anymore.

Keep an upright posture, maintain eye contact, speak slowly, smile and keep yourself well dressed and well groomed. You will feel confident instantly and others will feel that surge of confidence inside you too.

Drawing motivation from others is a good idea. Write a nice quote or thought for the day everyday. Watch motivational and inspiring videos of how people made it through at their worst, there are plenty on the web. You can keep a journal of real life heroes you know and their struggles and go through it to draw inspiration every time you are down.

Catching up with your best friend or a friend from school is rejuvenating. Spending quality time with family and close friend is great way to de-stress. If you are away, a phone call helps too.

Source: IndiaTimes