Boost Your Happiness

Happiness is not just a fleeting emotion; it is a combination of habits, attitudes, and purposeful living. Positive psychology research suggests that happiness can be cultivated through intentional practices rather than being dictated solely by external circumstances.

As part of a more intentional approach to boosting happiness it is helpful to reflect on the different domains of our lives such as career, health, relationships, personal growth, and leisure, to identify areas we want to change. Alongside this, setting goals and building a clear vision for the future can help us to be more proactive in creating a happier and more fulfilling life.

Increasing your happiness requires an intentional focus and asking the right questions:

Life Domains – Look at the different aspects of your life that contribute to your happiness. Ask yourself: How satisfied am I with each aspects of my life?

Clarity and Self-Awareness – Understand your values and priorities to help you make more fulfilling choices. Ask yourself: What is really important to me in life?

Deeper Meaning –  Try to establish your own sense of purpose to increase your fulfilment. Ask yourself: What would I like to be known for?

Life Goals: Set yourself stretching goals with clear time frames and monitor your progress. Ask yourself: What do I want to achieve?

Visualise Happiness: Build a clear picture of what a happy life looks like. Ask yourself: What do I want my life to be like?

Intentional Activity – Regularly look to engage in happiness-boosting activities. Ask yourself: What can I do today to increase my happiness?

Improve Your Relationships – Focus on creating more positive relationships that increase happiness. Ask yourself: How can I create better relationships?

Personal Growth – Identify a new skill you would like to develop and commit to a plan of action to learn that skill. Ask yourself: What new skill do I want to learn?