I don't know about you, but ever since school kicked back up I roll out of bed, groan and complain, and run late to my first period class where I proceed to stare at the clock and count down the seconds until the final bell. It is really a drag and significantly brings my mood down 1000%. Something I've thought about lately is how to make each day a little better. Five out of seven days each week are either spent at work or school and people surrounding me are always grumbling about something or other. Each day deserves to be made special in its own way so I composed a little list of 5 ways you can make every day a little happier and better.
1. Wake up each morning and smile. This may sound really dumb and you may even feel a little dumb at first, but it seriously makes the day so much better. I woke up once and automatically smiled and I swear the day was unlike any day I've ever lived. I was smiling the whole day and insanely happy. I genuinely laughed at things that should've brought me down. It was incredible. So, start off each day with a smile and see where it takes you.
2. Compliment at least one person. It can be a stranger, a friend, a teacher, a sibling, or parent. Whoever it is, offer them a genuine compliment and expect nothing in return. You've just made someone else's day better which automatically gives you a positive feeling.
3. EAT BREAKFAST. I rarely do this, so I really shouldn't be suggesting it, but it is a habit of every healthy person. Eating more regularly is something I'm working on this school year. I'm often in such a rush that I run out the door without grabbing anything. Yet, I've realized that when I have had a substantial breakfast I am so much more attentive and productive. And, yes, it makes me happier because I'm not crabby from hunger. So just do it. I started out with an apple this morning and already noticed my mood was boosted.
4. Exercise!! Run, do some yoga, play some tennis, just get up and get moving. Exercise is a normal human thing to do so you'll probably just naturally be 10x happier. I know after a good round of tennis or even just a long walk with my mom at sunset I feel a lot more content.
5. Stay organized. Make to-do lists, mental lists, plans, or whatever else you have to do to keep on top of things. Life gets busy, especially around the start of the new school year and keeping everything organized and in its place will lead to simplicity later down the road.
This was a fairly rudimentary list but it's just a few things I'm working on and recommending to others to make each day a little better than the one before. Until next time xxx.
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