This post is all about different ways to enjoy life to the fullest. Read on to become the happiest version of yourself!
It’s 7 am as I am writing this post, with a fresh cup of coffee by my side and the sound of rain filling my ears.
I had no plan to write on this topic, but then I woke up to the smell of rain and was yet again (for the millionth time) awestruck by the beauty of the little things in life.
Moments like these remind me how precious life is, and how it practically serves us happiness in small blissful dozes.
It really is up to us to recognize joy and maybe even create some of it in our everyday life.
But in the face of your common problems and some not-so-common issues, you might find it difficult to tap into your joyful spirit.
Busy routines, tight schedules, and monotonous days can make it challenging to remember that happiness can, in fact, be created.
That’s why it’s more important now than ever to learn how to enjoy life to the fullest, and today, that’s exactly what we’re going to focus on.
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Here are 10 ways to enjoy life in a way that most people often don’t but absolutely should!
Keep reading to unearth some simple yet powerful tips to add more happiness to your life.
How To Enjoy Life To The Fullest
1. Romanticize The Ordinary Moments
Oh my gosh, I have become so obsessed with the concept of romanticizing. It’s the best and most fun way to enjoy ordinary moments and turn your life into a fairytale.
To romanticize your life, ask yourself “What can I do to make my present more chirpy and beautiful?” and then follow through with the suggestions that pop into your brain.
It’s the little things like playing music while doing your chores, eating out of pretty cutlery, buying a good quality bathrobe for your post-shower routine, and (my favorite) lighting scented candles when you’re reading.
The effort is minimal, but the effects of romanticizing your life are nothing short of magical.
It’s a nice way of making yourself feel important and reminding yourself that you are, indeed, the main character of your own story.
More ideas to try: 30 Classy Yet Affordable Ways To Romanticize Your Life
2. Say Yes More Often
If you’re a bit of a naysayer, then this advice is for you – Instead of saying no too often, consider saying yes a bit more.
As a woman who loves her solitude, I know it’s important to say no when you really want that.
But one thing I’ve realized is that saying no can very easily develop into a permanent habit, making you miss out on experiences that could be super fun.
When someone asks you to join them for an outing, say yes and show up. Go to the dance club, join book club meetings, and be enthusiastic to explore new places.
Worst case scenario, you regret saying yes, but at least you’ll learn new things about yourself this way.
So, if you want to be growth-oriented and learn more about your preferences, say yes more often. It’s a sweet hack to experience life in new colors.
Try this: 7-Day Happiness Challenge To Lift Your Spirits
3. Pour Into Your Solo Time
Fun people know how to mingle and have a blast, but the best people in life are those who know how to party alone.
When you start enjoying your own company, your loneliness turns into blissful solitude. It gives you the power to be your own strength and is also a fantastic way to channel self-love.
If you’re someone who doesn’t get a lot of time alone, create your me-hours intentionally. Prioritize your solo time over things that give you stress and drain your mental health.
Spare a few minutes each morning to absorb the beauty of nature and connect with your inner self. Make time for your hobbies and do more of the things that you love.
Indulge in weekend self-care, go out on solo dates, and create a bedtime routine that caters to your personal needs and makes you feel like a shining diva (which you totally are, by the way.)
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4. Visit New Places
We live in a vast and wonderful world. There are new things happening around you at all times, places that are thriving with happiness, and amazing people who you are yet to meet.
If you’re not exploring new places, you’re stopping all these new energies from coming into your life.
Step outside the comfort of your home and check out the unexplored places in your town. Eat at new restaurants, visit cute cafes, and explore all the famous points in your city.
Plan holiday vacations with friends and family, and have fun running on foreign grounds and making them your own for the short while you are there.
Click loads of pictures so that you can tap on your phone gallery whenever you wish to relive your fun travel memories.
In the words of novelist Erica Jong – “Live your life by a compass, not a clock.” This way, you’ll always be a true adventurer at heart.
5. Celebrate Your Small Wins
Don’t reserve your celebrations for big occasions. It’s amazing when you have a huge victory, but such moments are rare and can’t be the only times when you pull out your party hats.
Your small wins are life’s way of giving you reasons to smile and celebrate. Recognize this and start being more appreciative of your small victories.
When you experience a small win, mark the specialty of the occasion by giving yourself a gift, going out for coffee with a friend, hosting dinner for your family, or doing something nice for yourself.
This will make your little victories extra special and is a perfect way of romanticizing your life.
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6. Make Your Mornings Beautiful
If I had to pick one time of the day to be stuck in for the rest of my life, I would gladly pick mornings.
The golden hours during this time are full of renewed energy and positivity. You get a chance to set fresh intentions and make the most out of your day.
Not to mention, nature is at its peak beauty during the morning. You can head up to the rooftop to greet the rising sun, go outside for a walk, or sit on your porch for your morning cup of coffee.
So, if you’ve been a late riser so far, it might be time to wake up earlier and take in the morning beauty in all its glory.
Let this be the time of day when you invite joy into your life, and mark my words, you will be one of happy people in the world.
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7. Love Freely And Deeply
Loving someone is the best thing you can do to grow as a person. You learn so much about yourself and your feelings by experiencing love.
Though obviously, there’s always going to be the risk of heartbreak, that can’t and shouldn’t be the reason why you don’t put your heart out there.
And this is going to sound so cheesy, but when you find true love, it’ll make your life more magical and fill your days with unparalleled happiness.
So, give yourself permission to fall in love, to get hurt, and to have the time of your life with your partner. Go out on dates, experience new things together, and grow with time.
The same rules apply to your non-romantic relationships as well.
Your family, friends, your adorable bestie – keep all of these people close, shower them with affection, and don’t hold back from saying the three magical words to your loved ones now and then.
Powerful read: 10 Self-Love Habits Every Woman Needs To Be Mentally Strong
8. Open Yourself Up To Unique Experiences
We rarely seek unique experiences, often staying content doing things that others are already doing. But if you want to live a large life, you need to open your heart to large experiences.
For example, ever thought about performing at an open mic? You could recite a poem you wrote, sing your favorite song, or tell a story from your past.
Hobby classes are great options too. You can try your hand at pottery, art, or gardening because honestly, you can never have too many hobbies
Attend concerts of your favorite artists, put your skills out on display, and be more adventurous in your everyday life.
If you’re known for being a good singer, don’t hold back from turning into a rockstar when people urge you to perform for them.
And most importantly – when you find out about some event happening in your town that you’ve never experienced before, get up and show up.
Your life experiences will become well-recited Sunday dinner stories for your future family. Be sure to make it worth their while.
9. Reduce Stress From Your Life
There are many stress-inducing factors in today’s world. From your mobile phone notifications to tight deadlines, there are many parts of your routine that can cause you stress.
But here’s the catch – As real as stress is, stress management is also a thing, and it absolutely works if you give it a good try.
First and foremost, recognize your stressors and aim to minimize their use.
The moment you catch yourself stressing, tell yourself that you don’t appreciate the presence of this thing in your system and would like to step away from it.
Indulge in self-care activities like mindful journaling, listening to podcasts and music, deep breathing, and pampering your body with love through long baths, massages, and good products.
Eat healthy food that keeps your body healthy, exercise regularly, and be in touch with nature to stay rooted within yourself.
With time and practice, managing stress will come easier to you, and as a result, there will be more space for joy, peace, and contentment in your mind.
Check out: 11 Amazing Habits Of People Who Never Get Stressed
10. Stay Tuned To The Present
One of the key ingredients for a good and happy life is to be aware of the present moment.
It’s a state of being that is called mindfulness, a habit that makes it easy for you to tune into the now and stop living in your head.
Lingering in the past or overthinking your future won’t bring you any joy. In fact, these are quite mindless habits that rob you from taking in the little moments in life.
Practice mindfulness by taking in the parts of your life that you are used to tuning out.
Do everything with focus and avoid time-wasting habits like scrolling on your social media feed and not paying attention to your tasks.
While watching movies, walking on the road, talking to people, and doing other mundane activities, hone in on the small details and call yourself out mentally whenever you find your mind straying.
Meditation, journaling, gratitude, and deep breathing are some of the simple daily practices that might help.
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Ready To Start Enjoying Your Life?
Life is full of ups and downs and I fully recognize the importance of recognizing your low points in order to be more appreciative of the good times.
But there’s no rule stopping you from seeking happiness and elevating your mental energies.
Now, I wouldn’t call myself the happiest person on the planet, but I try to stay upbeat in moments when there is no reason to be down, and the tips I shared in this post are some of my go-to ways to enjoy life to the way it should be enjoyed.
Feel free to borrow whatever tips suit you, and I will see you in the next post. 😉
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You just read 10 ways to enjoy life and be happier. I would love to know what you thought of my ideas. Drop a comment to share your views. It’s always a pleasure chatting with you.
Nancy says
I found your article to be very uplifting! You’re right I need to be more mindful about new adventures! I have signed up for an oil painting class in March! A book club at my library would also be very good to meet new friends! I enjoy the YMCA 4 days a week. The love of my life is a blessing also!
Akansha says
Hi, Nancy. I’m so glad you found the article inspiring. Oil painting sounds fun! I’m going for pottery this year. Even if I don’t fall head over heels for this activity, it’s something new that I’ll be trying, and that makes me very excited. The book club idea, yep, definitely going for that too. Can’t imagine a better way to put my reader-self to social use. And YMCA is fun, happy to know you’re active there. Wishing you and your partner a joyful life ahead. Thank you so much for dropping by.
Gene says
I have found owning a pet is a good way of being happy. It attracts others and assist in making new friends. Maybe you can add this as number eleven. Dolly pup is the best at loving a ever human she sees.
Akansha says
I totally agree with you. My 2-year old pom is the biggest source of joy in my life, and I now feel silly for not having included this point. I’ll remember to add it in a follow-up post on similar topic. Thank you for the lovely suggestion!
Kelly Daunt says
Hi
I was feeling lost and just scrolling through social media when I saw your article! Thankyou. This year 2024, I intend on continuing to adopt the habits you’ve mentioned. I am intend on losing weight as well more for my health and to feel awesome again. I’m very blessed as I have met someone who lives ves me as much as I love him. The feeling is wonderful especially at my age! Lol I’m 66yrs young and look forward to a positive and happier year. Thankyou your article encouraged me to keep going.
Akansha says
Hi, Kelly! I can’t express how valuable your words are to me. It feels amazing to know that my posts are making a difference for someone out there. You sound like an amazing person, and I hope you hold on to your self-belief, for it’ll be your greatest weapon in making all your dreams come true this year. I’m so happy to know you have a loving partner. I wish both of you happy and healthy times ahead. And also, your enthusiasm for life is very inspiring. All my love and best wishes for you. Hope to see you again!
Jenny Andrews says
I am turning 70 this year and trying to make the most of every moment of every day. Your article is lovely – each point could be its own article. Thanks so much for the inspiration!
Akansha says
Hi, Jenny! I love that you’re aiming to make the most of each day. That really is the best you can do at EVERY stage of life. It makes me really happy to know that you enjoyed the post.
Thank you for stopping by. Hope to see you again 😀
Sarah says
I just turned 73, and I’ve been letting aches and pains get the best of me. I sleep way too much because I don’t hurt when I’m asleep. Then I’m stiffer and more sore when I wake up. So, after reading your article l, I’m going to start a chair exercise program which will limber up this old body so I don’t just feel old. I’ve just sewn new covers for my patio furniture and they are lovely. I’m going to start having morning tea on my covered patio to start the day in nature. I have a stand of bamboo at the edge of my patio that sounds beautiful in the wind, in the rain and when birds sit in the bamboo singing. I haven’t been able to do much gardening which I’ve always loved. I have big plant pots on my patio and have gotten careless about planting and maintaining them. This year. I’ve started searching seed catalogs and planning a cacophony of colors and scents to carry through the year and keep me smiling. So, thanks to your beautiful article, I’m going to make 2024 a year where I stop living like an old lady and start enjoying the days I have left. Thank you for the inspiration!
Akansha says
Hi, there, Sarah. Thank you so so much for taking the time to share your beautiful updates. You have no idea how much it means to me when amazing women like yourself reach out and share their inspiring stories.
Nature really is a good friend and a great healer, and the fact that you’re turning to it for joy and company further solidifies my own intention to keep seeking more of it. Right now I am in the city but I plan to reach the mountains some day. Though that doesn’t mean I can’t still do things to add more of nature to my city life.
Your plans regarding your home just reminded me that there’s a lot more I can do to turn my surroundings green. So thanks a ton for that. You are a blessed soul, and I am honoured that you read my post and found the tips worth giving a shot.
Even though people say age is just a number, it can sometimes be hard to live up to that. I can only imagine your pain and troubles, but your newfound mindset is a true inspiration. I want to be just like you when I grow old.
All my love and best regards to you. Hope you feel healthier and happier soon.