As much as we would all like to have great days every day, life happens. Not every day will start off to be your favorite. But you can change that at any time! Here are 5 quick tips that will instantly brighten your day!
Indulge
You know that donut you always say no to or that $4 cup of yummy coffee you wish you could drink every day? Just eat it. Just drink it. You work hard to eat right and save money. Bravo!! It's not always the easiest thing. But sometimes, you just need to indulge and treat yourself.
Smile at a stranger
We are human beings. And there is something about connecting with a stranger that reminds us we are all in this together. At the end of the day, almost all of us are doing the best we can. We all want to be loved and appreciated. Seen. Heard. So when you acknowledge a stranger with a smile, it’s an unspoken,” hello.” “I see you. I appreciate you.” And that just feels great!
Take a 15 minute break
Removing yourself from a situation is a great way to reset your mindset. Sometimes we just get stuck in a negative mind rut. Going for a 15 minute walk or reading a book can really redirect your focus and send you back to a more positive thought cycle. Get some fresh air. Reset.
Call a friend
Our friends are the people we have chosen to enjoy life’s everyday up’s and down’s with. They are the people who know us best. A friend’s encouragement can truly turn your frown upside down.
Donate
Helping others is always a good feeling. Knowing you are making a positive difference, big or small, is bound to brighten up, even the worst of days. No one ever became poor from giving, right? It is such a rich feeling.
All in all, life isn’t a bundle of awesomeness all the time. Although it would be nice, the “bad days" or the “not so great days” help us appreciate those days where it seems like everything is going our way! Life is made up of blessings and lessons. Learn from the lessons and make an effort to recognize and appreciate all of the blessings that surround you. That, alone, will put a smile on your face! So take control and have a better day!!
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