Tip of the Day
1. Smile
You tend to smile when you’re happy. But it’s actually a two-way street.
We smile because we’re happy, and smiling causes the brain to release dopamine, which makes us happier.
That doesn’t mean you have to go around with a fake smile plastered on your face all the time. But the next time you find yourself feeling low, crack a smile and see what happens. Or try starting each morning by smiling at yourself in the mirror.
2. Exercise
Exercise isn’t just for your body. Regular exercise can help to reduce stress, feelings of anxiety, and symptoms of depression while boosting self-esteem and happiness.
Even a small amount of physical activity can make a difference. You don’t have to train for a triathlon or scale a cliff — unless that’s what makes you happy, of course.
The trick is not to overexert. If you suddenly throw yourself into a strenuous routine, you’ll probably just end up frustrated (and sore).
Consider these exercise starters:
Take a walk around the block every night after dinner.
Sign up for a beginner’s class in yoga or tai chi.
Start your day with 5 minutes of stretching. Here’s a set of stretches to get you started.
Remind yourself of any fun activities you once enjoyed, but that have fallen by the wayside. Or activities you always wanted to try, such as golf, bowling, or dancing.
@AlyGalaxy
Great tip! Smiling can truly uplift our mood and create a positive ripple effect. It’s a simple yet powerful way to boost happiness, both for ourselves and those around us. 😊🌟
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@AlyGalaxy That is such great advice! Thank you so much for sharing it!! And you are right, a smile always does make all the difference
@AlyGalaxy Thank you!
I love this thought and thank you so much for sharing it. You are so right about the power of a smile, especially when you don't expect one from yourself in whatever the situation is. I think what you say about not walking around with a fake smile is an important message too--it can be tempting to 'fake it until you make it' just because it is something our jobs often instill in us. But I will try cracking a small smile to myself the next time I feel my mood dipping--thank you for the suggestion!
@AlyGalaxy This is wonderful! Thank you!