It can be easy for us to lose sight of the little things when we get bogged down in the day-to-day. But if we take a few minutes to appreciate some of the good things that are happening in the world, we can adjust our perspective and have a happier outlook.

2. It can be easy for us to lose sight of the
little things when we get bogged down
in the day-to-day.

3. Here are
7 THINGS
that made us
happy this week.

4. 1Start with getting yourself to
feel better physically.

5. FOR EXAMPLE
The quickest way is to look at what you’re eating.
10 foods that are scientifically proven to make you feel happy.

6. 2Moving into the mental space,
we can often get stuck in a rut without
even realizing it.

7. FOR EXAMPLE
This list is full of unique ways to stop worrying,
have fun, and change your perspective. Here are
9 mostly free ways to spark creativity and fun.

8. 3
The recovery community is as vibrant as
ever with people out there doing amazing
things to increase the likelihood of
healthy recovery for others.

9. Kristen Johnston, executive director of SLAM,
a nonprofit organization, is building
NYC’s first sober high school.
FOR EXAMPLE

10. 4The human spirit is capable of amazing things
and the connections we form in hard times are
often the most meaningful.

11. This video of a nurse and her patient has gone viral in
the last few weeks for good reason. Watch the nurse’s
heartwarming reaction to seeing her patient get out of a
wheelchair.
FOR EXAMPLE

12. 5
Sometimes the most effective way to
change our perspective is to take some
time out of our busy day and practice
mindful relaxation.

13. Coloring books for grown ups are rapidly gaining
popularity because the activity is a good way to spark
creativity. Here are
10 adult coloring books to help you de-stress.
FOR EXAMPLE

14. 6Ground yourself in moving words and
literature that resonate with you.

15. Best-selling author T.A. Barron, of the 12-book Merlin
Saga series, has put together a list of 7 moving
words to help you feel empowered.
FOR EXAMPLE

16. 7
Sometimes the positive actions of
others are enough to restore our faith in
others. Especially when those kind
actions come from someone who is
highly visible in the sobriety community.

17. See how Robert Downey Jr. help a kid
who had a rough day.
FOR EXAMPLE

18. Read more about the
vibrant recovery community at
www.soberlink.com