75 things that make me happy

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75 things that make me happy

Have you ever stopped to think about what makes you happy? People, objects, activities, and even things like scents, sounds, and sights.

I think that it is so valuable to practise gratitude and remind yourself of all the things that make life exciting and worthwhile, no matter how big or small those things might be. Especially in a time like today, when the world around you can appear very daunting and uninviting.

I decided to make this list to spread some positivity amidst all the isolation and social distancing. My hope is that it will help you as much as it has helped me.

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how to have a positive mindset

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how to have a positive mindset

It can be difficult to remain optimistic when times are hard and uncertain. As a student who graduated recently from university, being positive and upbeat about my future is not the easiest thing to do.

But there are a number of lessons I’ve learned over the years – in the last few months, especially – that help me to maintain a positive mindset and be excited for what the future holds.

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how to practise self-love every day

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how to practise self-love every day

The act of loving yourself is a steady, ongoing lesson you have to learn on your own. When you focus on the positive relationship you have with yourself, amazing things can happen for you.

You stop worrying about what others think of you. You no longer give into negative thoughts and negative energies. You learn to embrace your imperfections as much as your best traits. You start to treat yourself with respect and love.

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How To Stop Comparing Yourself To Others

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How To Stop Comparing Yourself To Others

In high school, I suffered a lot of anxiety and insecurity because I compared myself to others. I never learned how to love and be confident in myself as an adolescent. In hindsight, it doesn’t surprise me that this mindset carried with me into my first year of university, only on a greater scale.

On campus, there were women who were prettier than me. There were people who dressed better, spoke better, who really put themselves out there and tried new things. There were people who made new friends – heaps of them – and people who traveled a lot.

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My Self-care Routine For A Bad Day

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My Self-care Routine For A Bad Day

No one is immune to having a bad day. We all experience it now and then, whether something happened to us to make it that way, or we simply woke up with a permanent frown and a sour mood.

It can be as common as catching the flu and an easy cure for it is to simply scream at the top of your lungs.However, we live in an age where screaming because you want to is frowned upon.

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Things I do to improve my night routine

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Things I do to improve my night routine

The mornings are a time for making sure you’re ready to conquer the day. Similarly, the evenings are a time to focus on yourself, developing a sense of calm and good habits.

For a really long time, I dedicated my spare time at night to watching tv shows or finishing schoolwork. Still, I learned quickly that there are other activities you can do. Habits you can adopt to help you have the best night possible. Any day of the week.

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