Sometimes everything just seems lousy. We've all had those days. The ones where you sluggishly extend your arm to silence the alarm. With every blink your vision becomes more crisp, and you realize that you have overslept....yikes. You need to be out of the house by 7:40 and it's 7:35. So you hop out of the house with one shoe on, while your other hand desperately tries to secure a shoe onto your other foot. You manage to make it to the car and drive about 5 miles before watching the car in front of you slow down to a complete stop. You reluctantly peer ahead and see miles of traffic that will add a good 20 minutes to your travel time. And so you let out a sigh of disgust and proceed to shout: "It's going to be one of those days".

But, it doesn't have to be...

Whether it's the recent election or the misplacement of your phone that has you feeling as if you can never regain your happiness; don't lose hope. Here are 10 simple ways to get your happy on when everything seems to be well....blah.

1. Live in the moment.

If you live in the the past then you're living in a space of "what ifs" and regrets. If you only think about the future then you may experience anxiety and fear. Living in the moment is where you need to be.

2. Get out and do something.

Find something you enjoy to do and REALLY do it. Don't wait.

3. Stop Stressing.

Do not try to live up to unreal expectations, even your own; it is too much stress. You are and will always be a work in progress.

4. Do something nice for someone else.

But, don't tell anyone.

5. Reflect.

Whether it's prayer or mediation, do some version of peaceful reflection that includes an element of gratitude.

6. Smile.

I cannot stress the importance of this for yourself and others.

7. Find someone or something to hug.

Physical contact is a win-win.

8. Disconnect from technology.

For one hour everyday disconnect from all electronics: TVs, computers, phones, etc. Use this time to talk to someone.....with your voice.

9. Laugh...laugh...laugh.

Seek out things that make you belly laugh.

10. Breathe.

Inhale and exhale...repeat as needed. Remember, as long as you breathe you are alive and anything is possible.