1.
Practice Kindness
Being kind and thoughtful to others gives the body a rush of hormones similar to being in LOVE. Wonderful for your state of mind and your state of health.

2.
Spend Time with your Friends and Family
Research clearly indicates that those who maintain close connections with friends and family are the happiest. Quality is significantly more important that quantity. A good friend is priceless. Nurture those relationships.

3.
Give Thanks
Counting your blessings has enormous power to promote happiness, optimism, better health and satisfaction with life.

4.
Pay Attention
By being present in the moment, studies show that you will increase immunity and will be less likely to be angry, fearful or anxious.

5.
Exercise and Spend Time Outdoors
Regular fresh air and exercise effectively lowers stress and anxiety to nil, and dramatically increases our self-confidence and ‘joie de vivre.’ Fresh air alone has been shown to increase health and emotional wellness. Bundle up if necessary, but make sure you get out every day.

6.
Forgiveness
Forgiveness is letting go of the idea of a better past. The moment we let go our body and mind relaxes and healing can begin. Those who let go of grudges feel better about themselves and closer to others. They also experience more positive and optimistic views of human relationships, thus increasing their health and happiness.

Tags: Happiness, Kindness, Emotional Healing, Emotional Wellness, Depression, Naturopathy training