Try this Surprising ways to improve your mood instantaneously. Being happier doesn’t have to be long term ambition. You can start right now and in next 30 minutes, tackle as many of the following suggestions as possible. Not only will these tasks themselves increase your happiness, but the mere fact that you’ve achieved some concrete goals will boost your mood.
1. Raise your activity level to pump up your energy. If you’re on the phone, stand up and pace. Take the stairs instead of the elevator. Put more energy into your voice. Take a brisk 10 minute walk. Even better………
2. Take a walk outside. Research suggests that light stimulates brain chemicals that improve mood. For an extra boost, get sunlight first in the morning.
3. Reach out. Send an e-mail to a friend you haven’t seen in a while, or reach out to someone new. Having close bonds with other people is one of the most important keys to happiness. When you act in a friendly way, not only will others feel friendlier toward you, but you’ll also strengthen your feelings of friendliness for other people.
4. Rid yourself of a nagging task. Deal with that insurance problem, purchase something you need, or make that long postponed appointments. Crossing an irksome chore off your to-do list will give you a big rush of elation.
5. Create a more serene environment. Outer order contributes to inner peace, so spend some time cleaning off your desk tackling the piles in the kitchen. A large stack of little tasks can feel overwhelming, but often just a few minutes of work can make sizable dent. Set the timer for 10 minutes and see what you can do.
6. Do a good deed. Introduce two people by e-mail, take a minute to pass along useful information, or deliver some gratifying praise. Infact you can also… … …
7. Save someone’s life. Sign up to be an organ donor, and remember to tell your family about your decision. “Do good, feel good” – it really works!
8. Act happy. Fake it till you feel it. Research shows that even an artificially induced smile boosts your mood. And if you are smiling, other people will perceive you as being friendlier and more approachable.
9. Learn something new. Think of a subject that you wish you knew more about and spend 15 minutes on the internet reading or read a book about it. But be honest! Pick a topic that really interests you, not something you think you “should” or “need” to learn about.
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