10 simple ways to be happier 
Confidential. © Happier, Inc. 2013
There’s science on what makes
us happier.
And then there are real-life
experiences of people who are
happier.
Told through the happy moments
shared by the Happier
community, here are 10
simple, fun, and inspiring ideas
on how to be happier 
1.
Surprise someone
by throwing a surprise party
getting tickets
to a concert
bringing over a friend
driving to see
your dad after
surgery (or
just because)
2.
Get outside and get your heart
pumping
by taking a walk
on your lunch
break
sneaking in a run in the morning
taking a short
bike ride
or a long one
3.
Contribute to a cause you care
about
you can donate your hair
money
your baking
skills
or your clothes
4.
Take the time to make your
morning awesome
kick off the day
with some
tunes you like
squeeze in a workout
get some air and chill time
enjoy a slow
start if you can
5.
Do something creative
paint
revive an old
dresser
create your own
card
make some
jewelry
play an instrument
6.
Spend time with friends
indulge in ice
cream
ride some
motorcycles
run a tough
race together
enjoy some awesome food
7.
Appreciate beautiful stuff all
around you
awesome
murals
blooming
flowers
water wherever
you can see it
cool buildings
8.
Make plans you can’t wait for
to go bowling
see your family
catch up with friends you’ve not
seen in a while
visit a place you’ve not been
9.
Tell someone at work they’re
awesome
if they did a great job
worked their
butt off
if you dig what they’re wearing
or think they
need a pick-
me-up
10.
Appreciate your lucky breaks
being late but still catching
your bus
getting pulled over but avoiding
a ticket
having something break while
still under warranty
finding something you thought
you’d lost
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simple, fun, and
inspiring ways to be
happier!”

10 simple ways to be happier

Editor's Notes

  • #5 YES, I think pancakes CAN make you happier and change the world.