Explore whether you have a sense of purpose or meaning in life, as this is a key dimension of happiness, building on Aristotle’s perception of the good life.
Let go of the pressure to be happy all the time, recognizing that negative emotions like anger, frustration, loneliness, and sadness are a natural part of the human experience.
Commit to doing something you absolutely love multiple times a week, not out of obligation, but purely for your own enjoyment, to lower stress levels and increase happiness.
Shift your perspective to see happiness as a byproduct of pursuing a meaningful life or a greater purpose, rather than an end in itself.
Cultivate relationships with people you can rely on in times of need, as having social support is a crucial factor explaining happiness levels across countries.
Actively contribute to a spirit of generosity and kindness in society, as this is identified as a significant factor in overall societal happiness.
Seek opportunities to help others for free, as contributing to others’ well-being can provide a profound sense of purpose, meaning, and personal joy.
Focus on maintaining a healthy life, as healthy life expectancy is a key factor contributing to overall happiness.
Work towards financial security, as being without money is identified as a cause of unhappiness.
Strive for and appreciate the ability to choose your own destiny and be the ‘captain of your ship,’ as personal freedom is a significant factor in happiness.
Support societal frameworks that ensure a decent quality of life for everyone, regardless of wealth, to reduce competition and foster broader happiness.
Advocate for governments that are free from corruption and effectively distribute tax money to improve citizens’ quality of life, as this contributes to societal well-being.
Adopt the mindset that your happiness is interconnected with the well-being of others, moving away from the perception that happiness is a zero-sum game.
Utilize active modes of transport like cycling or walking, as it provides mobility without needing a car and can contribute to better health.
Consider incorporating a daily health drink like AG1 to support digestion and enrich the gut microbiome by increasing beneficial bacteria.
Regularly take a step back to evaluate your life satisfaction on a scale (e.g., 0-10), considering your best and worst possible life, to gauge your overall well-being.
Reflect on the emotions you experience on a daily basis (e.g., worried, happy, sad, lonely, angry, frustrated, stressed) to understand your mood’s volatility and its link to life satisfaction.
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