3 tips to daily boost your happiness by Human Behavior & Relationship Expert, Patrick Wanis PhD
1. Gratitude:Begin the morning by reciting a list of all the people and things in your life for which you are grateful; then choose one of those items on your list and spend a moment thinking about the reasons you are grateful for that person or thing, and how you feel as a result i.e. “I am grateful for Angela my best friend. She supports me, accepts me and always listens to me; I feel unconditionally loved and accepted around her…”
2. Relaxation: Switch everything off, stop the clock for at least 30 minutes, and do something that you really love; escape into a hobby, fun activity or something that celebrates or relaxes you i.e. reading a book, going for a walk, cooking, yoga, photography, listening to music, watching a sunset, playing with your pet and so forth. Be childlike – engage all of your senses, lose yourself in the activity, free of guilt and without thinking about the past, future or other responsibilities.
3. Recognition: End the day by listing verbally or on paper all of your successes of the day – even the small ones i.e. “I enjoyed being proactive and applying for a new job; I enjoyed taking care of my body & health and working in the gym…”
Patrick Wanis, PhD, is a renowned relationship and behavioral expert with over 25 years of experience. Creator of SRTT Therapy (Subconscious Rapid Transformation Technique), he specializes in resolving root causes of trauma and other conditions without reliving pain or retraumatization. He has developed various psychological assessments on emotional intelligence, relationships, self-sabotage, and authenticity, and serves diverse clients from celebrities to teens. A trusted media source, Global media including CNN, BBC, FOX News turn to Wanis for insights into relationships, sexuality, human motivation, trauma, communication, body language, and persuasion.