How to Be Happy in 2024 💫

I used to wait until I got that degree, moved abroad, lived on my own, had a perfect relationship, in order to feel happy. Until I almost lost everything that was important to me, and had to learn a harsh lesson about chasing happiness.

I don't need to wait to live a happy life. Our brains have the ability to adapt and restructure itself by forming new neural pathways, it's called neuroplasticity and if you try to make intentional positive changes, you can rewire your brain to live a happy life every day of the week.

Here were my 3 practices that helped me rewire my brain for happiness:

〰️ Positive self-talk: I'm my harshest critic, and a perfectionist, so this was the biggest change that I had to make in how I talk to myself. I no longer allow myself to make detrimental comments about myself. Instead, I'm treating myself with love and compassion, even when making mistakes.

〰️ Journaling: the best practice for gaining clarity, emotion regulation and getting to know yourself. If you're feeling lost or have a lot going on right now, try writing down how you're feeling, using pen to paper. This will allow you to be in the present moment, letting your thoughts flow freely, until you feel better or make a new discovery that can help you move forward.

〰️ Mindfulness: Practicing yoga or meditation can help you become more aware of your patterns and strengthen your mind-body-soul connection. You can learn a lot about yourself through exercise, allowing yourself to live more in the moment.

Try these next year and see if you're feeling more happy throughout the day.✨

💬 How do you stay happy? Share with me in the comments 🫶🏻

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