What Makes People Happy?

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They say money cannot buy happiness even if we work hard, we cannot buy it at any stores we went to. But have you ever come across people who are always upbeat no matter what life throws at them? While people can be genetically disposed toward happiness, it’s more likely that these people have simply discovered more of the things that make you happy in life and utilize them to their advantage. The good news is that you can increase your happiness. Here are some things that make people happy.

Start With a Good Dose of Gratitude. Always be thankful, always be grateful for what you have. Being consciously aware of what you’re thankful for can change your level of happiness. When you wake up each morning, spend time recalling all the things for which you feel grateful. You can keep a gratitude journal. Write down 3 to 5 things that you felt grateful for that day and why. One study found that, among mindfulness, belief in personal control, and gratitude, “happiness among students was primarily predicted by gratitude”. Next, Make Sure You’re Giving Back. Instead of spending money on yourself, you’ll feel happier giving to others. There’s something about giving that allows you to receive more in return besides just the act of giving to help others. When you give, you’re sending a message to the Universe that you know everything’s going to be alright. After all, in this era, we still believe in the quote that it's better to give than to receive. Then, Laugh Every Day. Do you spend time each day laughing? When you laugh, you release happy hormones called oxytocin and endorphins. These are hormones that uplift us as we share experiences with others. Even just making yourself smile will put you in a better place. Always remember that laughter is the best medicine.

It is also important to Do What You Love. Have you ever heard the phrase, “Do what you love, and the money will follow?” Doing things that you love to do–and even better, getting paid for it–are good ways to boost your levels of happiness. Lastly, Don’t Compare Yourself To Others. This is easier said than done, but if you can condition your mind to focus on the good that you are doing and the good things in your life, you’re not going to be tempted to focus on how others are doing.