Journal – include 1-3 things you were grateful for and 1-3 things you were able to accomplish each day

Plan a family getaway, even if it's just a day trip. The act of planning something to look forward to can boost your overall happiness for up to 8 weeks

Try a new recipe, write a poem, paint or do a project you pinned on Pinterest. Creative expression and overall well-being are linked.

Show some love to a person who is important. Quality relationships are essential for a happy life

Enjoy a little dark chocolate each day. The ingredients improve alertness and mental skills.

Try to be optimistic. This doesn’t mean ignoring the uglier sides of life. It just means focusing on the positive as much as possible.

Anxious? Return to childhood and do some coloring. 20 minutes can clear your mind. Pick a design that’s complicated for the best effect

Laugh! Hang out with a funny friend, watch a comedy, or find some funny videos online. Laughter reduces anxiety

Leave your smart phone at home for a day. Spend part of the time with someone face-to-face.

Dance around while you do housework. Dancing reduces cortisol (stress hormone) and increases endorphins.

Relax in a warm bath once a week. Add Epsom salts to boost magnesium levels, which can be depleted by stress

Let it all out…on paper. Writing about upsetting experiences can reduce symptoms of depression.

Spend time with a pet (if you don’t have one, hang out with a friend who does, or volunteer at a shelter) Time with animals reduces cortisol and boosts oxytocin

Pick out your clothes for the week. You’ll save time in the mornings and have a sense of control about the week ahead

Eat omega-3 fatty acids in fish, flaxseeds, or walnuts. They are linked to decreased rates of depression and help build healthy gut bacteria

Practice forgiveness. People who forgive have better mental health and report being more satisfied with their lives.

Do something with friends and family – People are 12 times more likely to feel happy on days they spend with friends and family.

Take a 30 minute walk in nature. Being in nature can increase energy levels, reduce depression, and boost well-being

Make sure to enjoy 15 minutes of sunshine, and apply sunscreen. Sunlight synthesizes Vitamin D, which is believed to be a mood elevator

Try something outside your comfort zone to make room for adventure and excitement in your life.