Behavioral scientists have devoted a great deal of study to understand what makes people happy (and what doesn’t). We are aware that happiness may be a predictor of health and longevity and that happiness ratings may be used to assess social development and the success of public efforts. Everyone has the capacity to make little changes to their environments, interpersonal relationships, and behaviors that can result in better lives.
1.Mind
Happiness frequently originates inside. Learn how to control your negative thinking and start each day with a positive attitude.
2.Conquer Negative Thinking
All people have a propensity to dwell more on negative than happy events, to be a little more like Eeyore than Tigger. Overlearning from the harmful or hazardous experiences we experience in life (bullying, trauma, betrayal), which is an evolutionary adaptation, enables us to avoid them in the future and respond rapidly in a crisis.
3.Don’t try to stop negative thoughts.
You only think about it more when you tell yourself, “I have to stop thinking about this.” Own your problems instead. Recognize when you are stuck in a destructive loop. “I’m stressed up about money.” “I’m fixated on the issues at work.”
4.Treat yourself like a friend.
When you are feeling down on yourself, think about the advice you would give a friend who was experiencing the same thing. Put that advice to use right away.
5.Challenge your negative thoughts.
The act of confronting and transforming illogical thinking is known as Socratic questioning. Studies indicate that using this approach might lessen depressive symptoms. The objective is to shift your mentality from one of negativity (“I’m a failure.”) to positivity (“I’ve had a lot of success in my work.)
Source: nytimes
