25 Actions to Feel More Joy in Your Life!

by Dr. Annette on January 12, 2010 · 3 comments

  1. Be HappyHugging is a great way to say hello and goodbye and fill your body with warmth.
  2. Massaging your partner for 10 or 15 minutes, then switching turns can have long lasting benefits.
  3. Walking arm in arm with your friend is a good way to connect with someone.
  4. Prioritizing your actions and placing your needs on the front burner brings a new glow to life.
  5. Playing with pets and children can raise your spirits.
  6. Reading part of your journal aloud to a friend can create a lasting memory.
  7. Step away from stress and immediately watch your body and friends feel much better.
  8. Show your joy when you come home from work.
  9. Smile when you answer the phone and share the love.
  10. Compliment your partner and friends in front of others and watch the joy grow.
  11. Spending time with those you love creates memories that last a lifetime.
  12. Let go of jealousy and instead plug into the accomplishment—feel your mood lighten.
  13. Keep your promises to yourself and you’ll automatically feel better.
  14. Laughing at your silly human self in the moment lets you enjoy the experience of life.
  15. Bring doggie bones to the caged in dog that lives down the street.
  16. Forgive and forget is a way to keep the past where it belongs—behind you.
  17. Listen carefully to others and discover that listening is often more healing than advice.
  18. Be the first to apologize and you’ll feel happier sooner.
  19. Take time to create a memory point in every day.
  20. Surprise someone by cooking their favorite meal.
  21. Giving yourself permission to feel good reinforces the importance of feeling good.
  22. Expressing yourself creatively allows your spirit to connect with your physical life.
  23. Be kind to yourself by getting out in the sunlight, going for walks, and breathing in life.
  24. Accepting responsibility for your life allows you to focus on actions that feel important to you.
  25. Taking on challenges and pursuing lofty goals can provide some of the most exquisite joys in life!

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Jill January 12, 2010 at 9:51 pm

Another excellent post Dr. Annette! I already do many of these daily. :)

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Kathleen January 15, 2010 at 1:41 pm

Actions speak louder than words! This is why I keep a supply of Duck Tape handy!!!!

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Jill January 15, 2010 at 3:09 pm

They definitely do Kathleen! :D

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