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30 Day Happier YOU Challenge.



The following is a 30-day challenge to help you become a happier person. The challenge involves a list of activities you can do daily for a month. These activities include:

1. Create a list of things you are grateful for
2. Reading inspiring poetry
3. Preparing a delicious and healthy meal
4. Visiting an art museum
5. Enjoying a casual stroll outdoors
6. Visiting the Humane Society
7. Enjoying your favorite drink
8. Attending a local event
9. Playing a board game with friends or family
10. Taking your pet for a walk
11. Playing outside with your children/pets
12. Creating something new
13. Taking a free how-to class
14. Visiting your local library
15. Decluttering a small section of your house
16. Opening your windows and letting in the sunshine
17. Exercising or finding a workout that you enjoy
18. Giving away gently used items to someone who might need them
19. Starting a page in a journal
20. Visiting with a friend
21. Take a few pictures of things you love
22. Finding a new book
23. Finding a free painting tutorial online
24. Listening to inspiring songs
25. Thinking of 5 things you love about yourself
26. Creating a cozy and relaxing space
27. Taking a day off from social media
28. Enjoying a quiet morning with your own thoughts
29. Telling those you love what you appreciate about them
30. Doing something, big or small, to brighten someone's day

Are you up for the challenge? Let us know in the comments what activities you plan to do this month.


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  1. ChadJanuary 9, 2020 at 3:27 PM

    Now that is a challenge I would love to be part of, 30 day happier challenge, so so cool.

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    1. StephanieJanuary 10, 2020 at 9:26 AM

      Chad, you're awesome! Thanks so much for stopping by, and yes I think this challenge can help so many people. :)

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  2. MorganJanuary 9, 2020 at 3:34 PM

    Beautiful, practical post! I look forward to challenging myself and trying several of these out

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  3. Crickette, The Things I Have to SayJanuary 9, 2020 at 10:13 PM

    Many people wish to be happy and they bend over backwards trying to fabricate happiness, but they do not realize that happiness is so simple. And I love this list of yours. Happiness--the one that's lasting and real--comes from within.

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  4. NyxieJanuary 10, 2020 at 2:49 AM

    I'd love to do this. I might do it for March!
    Thank you for sharing.

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  5. NinaJanuary 10, 2020 at 5:36 PM

    i love your list :) Happiness should come from within and be genuine

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  6. AnonymousJanuary 13, 2020 at 1:49 AM

    Happiness is always the hardest to find, it involves feelings of inner peace and satisfaction. I wish everyone is happy! Thanks for this post!
    -agnes

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  7. StellaOctober 5, 2020 at 2:16 PM

    A wonderful challenge for mindful living. There are so many valuable items on here that we forget to consciously pay attention to such as enjoying a casual stroll!

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  8. Lyosha VarezhkinaOctober 6, 2020 at 3:15 AM

    Great challenge. I think you can always find some happiness in lie if you put at least a tiny bit of thought

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  9. Erica Webster-RussellOctober 6, 2020 at 6:09 AM

    I've been journaling every day for the past week, and it makes a huge difference! I love it. I'm going to check and see if our local art museum is open these days, since the plague. I know the library isn't, unfortunately. The one I really want to do is the how-to class. That's the perfect suggestion for me, and something I'll be looking for later this afternoon. This is a list that I am going to save and revisit for continued ideas and inspiration.

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  10. Britt K October 6, 2020 at 8:38 AM

    You've got some great suggestions here. I actually found an online painting class on YouTube that's Halloween themed and let my husband know that we're going to plan our own 'paint night' here at home for date night. It's a relatively cheap option. Most of the supplies can be purchased at the dollar store. The biggest cost is the wine to enjoy while we're painting! Lol

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  11. Morgan PaxtonOctober 6, 2020 at 11:27 AM

    I am up for the challenge! These are great tips, sometimes the smallest things make all the difference. I find journalling, mediation and a daily read to be the most helpful for me. But sometimes you just need to try something different - I will definitely try some of these on your list. Thanks for posting.

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  12. PaulaShort June 4, 2023 at 7:49 AM

    What wonderful ideas to foster a happier you.
    Thanks bunches for sharing these with Sweet Tea & Friends this month my friend.

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  13. Jennifer WiseJanuary 8, 2024 at 5:28 PM

    Great ideas, especially to look for the happy in all those things. Love it. Thanks for sharing this post at the Will Blog for Comments #20 linkup!

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  14. StephanieJanuary 12, 2024 at 1:46 PM

    Fantastic ideas! I think too often, especially as wives and moms, we forget about ourselves taking care of all of our loved ones This challenge is a great way to get in some "me time" and really work on a happier life!

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    1. StephanieJanuary 12, 2024 at 5:16 PM

      Stephanie, thank you! 😊 I'm so happy you stopped by. Yes, we could all use this reminder.

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  15. Jennifer WiseJanuary 13, 2024 at 8:13 AM

    Congratulations, Stephanie! This post was a featured favorite at the Will Blog for Comments #20 linkup! It will be in the spotlight all next week, starting today. You're welcome to copy the "this blog post was a featured favorite" image there to share with your readers here, if you like. Thank you for sharing your posts with us! See you next week. :)

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    1. StephanieJanuary 13, 2024 at 9:55 AM

      Jennifer, aw I'm happy to hear that my post was enjoyed. I'll be sure to add the featured favorite image. 😊

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