10 Little Activities that Uplift Your Mood like Nothing Else and Make You Happy Instantly

Do we always need a reason to be happy? Nah not really! If we follow the saying of Dumbledore from Harry Potter, then “Happiness can be found in the darkest of times if one only remembers to turn on the light.” Little joys in our life happen to be that light, capable of bringing an instant smile on our face.

I believe that we would rather grab a roadside meal with an old friend than spend on a fancy restaurant. Isn’t it more joyful? Of course, it is! Sometimes the simple things can really make our day and uplift our mood like nothing else. Be it dancing in the rain or catching up with old friends, little joys can be found anywhere. 

So, let’s start listing up those things which make us more joyful.

1. Being Productive

The feeling after completing all the given tasks is definitely super amazing. Everyone loves completing the To-Do List. The more ticks we add to it, the happier we feel as it gives us a sense of accomplishment and joy!

2. Long Drive

Who doesn’t love going on a long drive and that too on a good weather day? For a while, it just takes your attention off of other things and makes you feel good. If you have not tried this then C’mon, go for it and don’t forget to take your favorite playlist along. 

3. Getting Your Paycheck

Everyone loves money and the best moment of every month is when you get that message of salary being credited in your account. Instantly the whole planning begins! Things to be bought, places to be visited, holidays to be planned and what not? 

4. Singing Your Heart Out

Are you a bathroom singer? Have you ever tried singing out loud in your bathroom? Believe it or not, it’s definitely one of the best feelings in the world. That sense of liberation can make you feel light and happy altogether. 

5. Baby’s Laugh

No matter how sad you are or how broken your world feels like, if you’ll see a baby laughing, you will instantly smile along with him. A baby’s innocent laughter is the best healer.

6. Going Shopping 

A shopping trip can definitely elevate your mood. No, you don’t have to be on a shopping spree! Even allowing yourself to indulge in buying small stuff will also have a mood-enhancing effect.

7. Doing Nothing

Sometimes nothing is everything! When having no work to do and you can just sit idle on your couch and watch your favorite movie along, that’s the kind of pleasure everyone needs.

8. Watching Sunrise or Sunset

Nature’s beauty is worth watching. How often do you make a point of seeing a sunrise or sunset? The quiet moments of stillness and reflection in that can actually make you happy. It’s a kind of healing for you. 

9. Dancing in Rain

Who doesn’t enjoy dancing in the rain? Dancing can improve our mood and boost our overall mental health and well being. Rain is just an addition to our pleasure. 

10. Getting Enough Sleep

Getting 8 hours of quality sleep on the stretch is really the best feeling ever. It’s even good for boosting productivity. So from next time onwards, make a point to not skimp on your sleep.

No matter what life throws at us, it’s the small joys that will keep us going forever. So, don’t miss out on any one of these!