Be happy today – Monthly Motivation includes printable

It seems as though there’s always something out there to bring you down, isn’t there? Stress is now the norm and depression is on the rise. From an endless stream of bad news to outrage on social media, it’s tough out there, and it all contributes to how you feel right now.

I’ve talked before about how happiness is a choice. However, if you’re stuck in a rut, it can be hard to find ways to break out of a negative mindset. The good news is, regardless of your circumstances, there are ways you can boost your happiness. So for this month’s motivation, I thought we’d look at some strategies that can help us bring happiness into our lives, starting today.

Accept yourself

Setting goals and expectations for ourselves helps us grow. However, it can go wrong if things don’t work out as planned and we become discouraged. We can become so swamped with feelings of inadequacy that it creates anxiety and self-recrimination. Understand that no one is perfect and the only thing separating you from feeling peace is letting go of the negative perception you have of yourself. Give yourself permission to say you’re good enough for today. Simply accepting that perfection isn’t required and that it’s OK to make mistakes gives us the opportunity to focus on our positive qualities and be more content with our current circumstances.

Practice gratitude

Gratitude is often overlooked, but it’s one of the quickest ways to experience joy and find true contentment. And it’s simple to start. Just focus on a few things each day that you’re truly grateful for. Choosing gratitude over self-pity and negativity can be life changing. By focusing on what we’re grateful for we can reach a more emotionally stable outlook on life. And once you create this habit, you’ll find that it’s something you look forward to every day.

Serve others

Helping someone in need not only brings joy to the person you’re helping but boosts your own mood. It’s a great feeling to give your time or support to a deserving charity, ideally one that means something to you personally. Knowing that you’re helping those who need a little assistance can do a lot to bring happiness into your own life.

Live in the Now

Living in the now means that whatever you’re doing, you appreciate and are focused on the present moment. You aren’t thinking of what happened yesterday or where you have to be tomorrow. Make it a priority to be more involved with what’s in front of you at the moment. Put the distractions away (I’m looking at you social media!) and be aware of your surroundings, even for short periods of time. Showing others you can be attentive is a great way to practice living in the here and now, and will enhance your relationships and enrich your life. It can take some work, but just like everything, we get better with practice.

Be happy for today

The happiness that comes from success or materialism is fleeting. However, accepting yourself, being grateful and grounded in the present moment, and finding a way to be of service to others can create a happy outlook and an appreciation for your life as it is, today. Finally, I hope my pretty printable helps you remember to be happy in this moment!

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