Author: Mark Williamson / Source: Positive News
From practicing gratitude to seeking the good in others, Mark Williamson from Action for Happiness suggests five habits for happiness
1. Note three good things every day
Science shows that grateful people tend to be happier and healthier. Gratitude can be a stress-buster and can even have a beneficial effect on heart rate.
Consciously nurture the habit, by noticing three good things each day. For example: “Bumped into Dave – I’d forgotten how much he makes me laugh,” or “Really enjoyed lunch away from my desk.”
2. Volunteer your time, energy and skills
Research indicates that we can get as much out of volunteering as the people we give our time to. The ‘helper’s high’ is associated with reduced depression and anxiety and improved wellbeing. Volunteering is also a way to get stuck in to social and community life – another thing that is strongly associated with life satisfaction.
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