Happiness, how to be happier?

3 things to do to be happier every day and have good mental health, according to  Harvard experts Achieving happiness and being happy every day can be very simple. Harvard offers three proven methods


How to be happier? We all crave happiness in all the wrong places. According to science, it is an essential element for success and even for living longer. That's why all kinds of studies have been done to find ways to achieve and maintain it (because if you don't take care of it, you lose it).

Harvard University has carried out numerous studies on this subject. One of them states that, to be truly happy, you need to have good friends and maintain healthy and balanced relationships (well, you don't have to be a scientist to know that).

As Harvard has pointed out in the past, there are also good habits that lead to long-term happiness, but also ways to achieve it instantly in order to feel much more satisfied, fulfilled and happy. Happiness is a decision, in the sense that you must decide to pursue it every day.

Get out of the house and get active

In an article published in the journal Harvard Health Publishing, university experts explain that one of the keys to daily happiness is physical activity, especially when it allows you to get out of the house.

Physical activity releases endorphins and improves mood, while spending time outdoors also contributes to good mental health and well-being. The authors recommend trying to get 30 minutes of activity a day, while emphasizing that lack of time is not a problem, as a few minutes can also make a difference.


Enjoy the magic of small pleasures

Experts write that it’s important to look for small pleasures in everyday life. According to Harvard Health, a study showed that these little things you enjoy can make a big difference and may even make you happier in the moment, so don't ignore them.

Consider reading your favorite book, eating dessert, going out in the garden, playing with your pet, watching that series that's been on your list for a long time, or listening to that song that always cheers you up. The goal is to counterbalance the negative or frustrating effect of the problems or annoyances you are facing.



Reduce the number of decisions to make

Too many options can lead to decision fatigue, a feeling of overwhelm or frustration because when there are too many choices, you always end up finding nothing.

Experts recommend limiting the number of decisions you have to make each day by automating certain processes, opting for a work uniform that doesn't require you to think about what to wear in the morning, or eliminating work uniforms from your routine. Things that don't really add up and make a positive difference. Remember that less is sometimes more, and this
is especially true when it comes to making decisions.

Originally published on GQ Mexico

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