Year of Happier Living

Happiness isn't just a solo journey; it is a community movement built on everyday actions and meaningful connections, all year long. Action for Happiness' Year of Happier Living is designed to help us all focus on what truly matters, shifting our habits month by month. Guided by the scientifically backed "10 Keys to Happier Living" and the foundational GREAT DREAM framework, each month brings a fresh theme focusing on different aspects of wellbeing—from giving back and connecting with others, to managing emotions and finding resilience. 

Our local campaign

In Northamptonshire, our local 'Move Northamptonshire: Active, Happier, Together' Campaign is all about moving from "I-llness" to "We-llness"—recognising that when we move together, we find the strength to weather life’s storms.

Utilising the monthly themes, we focus on five simple ways to nurture change in our local communities:

• Move: Finding joy in physical movement to boost our mood and support our health.

• Place: Rooting our actions in the heart of our own heritage and local neighbourhoods.

• Active: Embracing small, "tiny" habits that make being active feel doable every day.

• Kinder: Using the 10 Keys to Happier Living to nourish our internal wellbeing.

• Together: Building social well-being through kindness, altruism, and caring for one another.

Whether you are just starting out in life, navigating busy years, or ageing well, this approach is designed for you. By sharing stories and using consistent, relatable language, we are working together to build a community where everyone has the autonomy and support to thrive.