1. Just watch the evening sky when the stars are about to twinkle…..and that take very little effort….
2. clean a small corner of your own house…..it feels like removing the chaos from life
3. Just go and smile at a stranger…the return smile is so elevating
4. say thanks to god

Hi Midge. I enjoyed your article very much and it gave me much food for thought. I think I already have some “happy habits” but didn’t realise it. I enjoy spending time just sitting in my garden watching the trees and the grass – spending time in nature always makes me happy. I cuddle my cat. I light incense and candles. I take long warm baths. I listen to music. Thank you for the reminder to do these things more often and appreciate them more! x Vanessa

Sakyong Mipham has some very practical advice to rouse confidence, but I also find it helps me find tranquility. If I ever feel out of sorts, I look to these five things to see if I’m neglecting any of them. It’s deceptively simple, but very powerful stuff.

1) Clean-up your room
2) Wear nice clothes – not expensive clothes, but clothes that make you feel good and comfortable
3) Eat good food – not necessarily organic or ultra healthy, but food that tastes good and nourishes your body
4) Spend time with people who make you feel uplifted. Stop being with those who make you feel diminished or make you doubt yourself.
5) Spend time in the natural world – go to the park, for a hike, or just sit in your backyard

Something I’ve started lately that gives me a little boost is saying thank you to the bus driver when I get off at my stop. It’s a little gesture that shows you appreciate their work, plus I always get a “you’re welcome” or “have a nice day” back!

There is one habit that can bring peace and happiness in our life.Let’s disconnect ourselves from the hustle of life as often as possible. Take a walk of nature. Look around for the gifts that nature has readily offered us all the time. Admire its beauty and in these moments of disconnect, forget what happened in the past and stop planning for the future. Be in the present watching sunset or sensing the cold wind or feeling the laughter of loved ones. In these moments don’t judge, don’t grieve don’t get excited just feel the calmness of nature bringing tranquility in our heart mind and soul.I have recently read an article on this and it be helpful for everyone.

http://upsohigh.com/the-burden-of-time/