This post is all about cultivating more joy in your life.
Lately, it’s been quite difficult to grasp the days. Before I could even realize it, another week had gone by, and I began thinking to myself – wasn’t it just Friday?
It seems as if there isn’t enough time in a day, which usually causes us to cram as many tasks into our day as possible. Therefore, we become accustomed to this life cycle that works for us and eventually leads to burnout. However, this takes away from the fulfilled life that we crave.
Can you relate?
When it comes to cultivating joy in your everyday life, you must allow yourself to be present. These habits can be helpful on the great and not-so-great days. Here are 8 ways to cultivate joy in your life today!
How To Cultivate More Joy In Your Life
How To Increase Happiness
SPEND TIME WITH GOD
Spending time with God has brought peace and balance to my life. I can’t tell you the number of times I’ve put more on myself than God ever intended for me to carry. This is why it should be a habit to spend time with God no matter the circumstances. Whether life is good or if it’s a mess, always keep Him in the mix, and you’ll experience the fullness of joy daily!
LIVE INTENTIONALLY
Living an intentional life is vital to creating purpose behind meaningful values in your life. When you align yourself with your values and beliefs, you become content and motivated to create the life you want! Allow yourself to be present so that you can embrace each moment. A few areas you can practice daily for an intentional living are:
Staying hydrated and drinking water to keep your body healthy. There are many ways you can implement water into your life to help improve your overall health and skin, and boost your mood. However, if you’re looking for a more exciting way to stay hydrated, then this portable blender is an awesome way to add water-rich fruits and vegetables to your diet.
Making healthy choices such as eating healthier foods, exercising, and practicing self-love can make a positive value in your life and help you make better decisions!
PRACTICE GRATITUDE
In life, we’re always chasing after more. However, we must remember to embrace all that we have while waiting on the next thing. Starting each day with a positive mindset and acknowledging both the big and small things can bring instant joy into your life.
PLAN
Staying organized and planning can help you feel more at ease and less stressed. Planning also allows you to have more structure within your life, help you reach your goals, manage your time better, and make better decisions. So, instead of worrying if you’ve done everything or forgotten something along the way, start planning!
A few ways to start planning are, setting aside a day to plan your week, preparing yourself for the upcoming month, and staying on top of your finances!
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MAKE SELF-CARE A PRIORITY
While it may not seem necessary to take a break and be present, it’s essential! If you find yourself busy throughout the week and trying to get it all done at the last minute, then it’s time for you to invest in your well-being. When you don’t give your mind and body the care it need, you may miss out on the most joyous moments that help refuel and increase your happiness.
Rather than worrying about unfinished tasks, give yourself grace and indulge in fulfilling self-care activities before ending your day!
ELIMINATE NEGATIVE HABITS
Cultivating joy in your everyday life starts with your mind. To live a happier life, you must choose joy daily. Sure, every day will not be easy; however, the only difference is how you choose to take on each day.
Sometimes our thoughts can become our worst enemy. When you worry about things that aren’t in your control, it only takes away from today’s peace and takes a negative toll on your mental health.
Another negative habit to eliminate from your life is self-doubt.
Self-doubt is something that I struggled with in the past, and at the time, I didn’t know that I was holding myself back. By letting go of these toxic habits, I now have more space for positivity and happiness in my life!
CREATE A JOY LIST
What’s something that brightens your day? It can be the smallest things that mean the most, like spending time with loved ones, enjoying a face mask, resting, or any hobby you love.
Create a list and jot down any feel-good activities or things that leave you feeling happy, positive, and fulfilled!
By doing so, you can easily implement a sprinkle of joy into your daily routine.
BE KIND TO OTHERS
I believe that the energy you reciprocate into others pours right back into your life. Therefore, when you treat others with love and kindness, you’re positively impacting someone’s life.
Kindness can make someone’s day or even become an important piece of their life. Whether it’s giving someone a genuine compliment or practicing a random act of kindness, you never know what others are going through and the impact your generosity can have in their lives.
Besides, it’ll make you feel pretty good for brightening someone else’s day when you uplift others!
These Are Ways To Cultivate More Joy In Your Life
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