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13 Reasons to be Happy Today

Why be sad when you could be happy? Here's some tips for making the best of everyday.

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13 Reasons to be Happy Today

A lot of people waste time searching for happiness. They travel the world hoping to find the 'feeling' of happiness, but that's not the way to go. Life can be complicated and happiness can appear hard to find, so here are some reasons to be happy in everyday life.

1. You woke up. That’s already more than some people, so at least smile because you're breathing.


2. It’s a new day, and it doesn't matter what happened yesterday because today is a second chance.

3. There’s coffee. Doesn't matter what your favorite coffee shop is, there is coffee in the world.


4. Netflix is a thing. You can pick a show and legitimately spend the whole day binge watching it in your bed. If that’s not a reason to smile, I don't know what is.


5. Music exist. A simple tone can change you mood, so blast your favorite song and dance around.


6. You have a roof over you head and clothes that actually fit you. You have running water and internet access. You're pretty lucky.

7. Dogs. ’Nuff said.


8. Positive thoughts are contagious, so if you're happy, those around you will be happy as well.


9. You can travel. If you don’t like your view, go for a walk, hop on a train or ride a bike until you see something that changes your mood.

10. You can learn something new today. I know it sounds dorky, but there’s so much in this world that you don't know and today is as good of a day as any to learn something new.

11. You are loved. Whether you know it or not, you are very, very loved.

12. The sun came up today and the moon will be back soon. Darkness will never last.

13. No matter what, the weekend is never going to be more than five days away.

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