These 8 habits of happy women will inspire you to let go of whatever holds you back from being your joyful self and embrace the good things in life.
In today’s world, we’ve become exceptionally good at acting quickly, staying productive, and meeting deadlines for important projects.
All important qualities, no doubt, but because there’s only so much that the mind can prioritize at a time, happiness ends up taking the backseat.
Enter a happy woman – someone who radiates warmth and shine, makes you smile with her enthusiasm for life, and someone whose content perspective of life is worth envying.
Yes, we all know women like those.
It might be someone in your neighborhood whom you look forward to saying hello to, or an old classmate from school who you always remember fondly.
When it comes to the art of finding joy, these are the women you want to learn from.
There’s nothing wrong with seeking inspiration from people who are doing certain things right, especially when it comes to maintaining a happy outlook on life.
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In this post, we’ll look at 8 habits of happy women that will help you tap into your inner joy effortlessly.
Read on to embrace a happier version of yourself.
8 Habits Women Who Are Happy In Life
1. They Know How To Care For Themselves
Self-care is different for everyone.
For some, it might mean waking up early and hitting the gym for a sweaty workout, while others might see curling up with a book in the morning as an act of self-care.
Happy women know how to take care of themselves their own way, and they are super regular with their habits of self-care.
They know when to push themselves to be healthier, and when to step back and indulge in rest and comfort.
They don’t let others define their lifestyle rules, and they fully own their self-love language without fearing judgment from the world.
Here are some little acts of self-care that you can try for a happier mind space:
- Drink 8-10 glasses of water every day.
- Spend time with yourself.
- Take mindful walks in nature.
- Be regular with your skincare practices.
- Have a soothing self-care night routine.
- Find happy ways to move your body.
- Stay away from bad habits (alcohol and smoking) that make you feel terrible.
- Enjoy your comfort foods, but also consume nutritious food to keep your gut healthy.
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2. They Set Boundaries Without Any Guilt
The more we advance with technology, the thinner boundaries are getting.
People are connecting with people left and right, whether it’s on social media or personal gatherings, which isn’t a bad thing at all.
But since communication has become so easy and normal, it can be hard to step back and avoid situations that are not right for you.
If you want to maintain your inner serenity, it’s important to build boundaries without any guilt.
Happy women realize this, and so they say “no” whenever the situation calls for it. There’s no point in showing up to a place out of obligation when what you need is a night in by yourself.
Secondly, they know what kind of conversations and experiences to share with different people in their lives.
You might have a good rapport with someone at work, but you might not want to have them over for Sunday dinner, and that’s okay.
Happy women prioritize themselves by creating healthy boundaries, and they do so without any guilt.
It’s a trait that you can do with having in your own life for the sake of protecting your inner peace and being happier.
3. They Cherish The Little Moments In Life
Big moments of happiness are important (like a wedding or a long-due vacation), but they’re not what will make you ultimately happy.
It’s the everyday joys that make life richer and more fulfilling, and happy women know how to squeeze happiness from these little moments.
They squeal in delight at the sight of an ice cream shop, stare with wide eyes when the weather changes, and stop to admire a full-blooming rose simply because they can!
I am reading The Motivation Manifesto these days, and a line from the intro chapter has really stuck with me.
The author says, “This day is to be enjoyed like a pause at a cool stream during summer’s heat.”
What beautiful words, and what a joyful lesson.
Learn to slow down and absorb the tiny details around you, and you’ll discover endless things to love about life and be happy.
4. They Don’t Compare Themselves To Anyone
Happy women are often inspired by others, but they don’t compare themselves to others, because they realize that doing so is an insult to their individuality.
Comparison is the worst enemy of self-confidence and inner peace, a fruitless habit that adds no value to your life whatsoever.
You are a unique person meant to do your own thing in life. Even the people who are on a similar path as yours have their struggles and achievements that are personal to their story.
You don’t have to see someone’s success as a lack in your being. Always remember the grass is greener where you water it.
Stop comparing and focus on your growth, and you’ll find it much easier to tap into your inner happiness and thrive on your own warmth.
5. They Don’t Run From Their Emotions
Ultimate happiness doesn’t mean being free of other emotions.
Hurt, anger, pain, and sadness are a part of life, and happy women are not immune to these emotions either.
But what makes them different is their ability to face their emotions head-on, no matter how uncomfortable or painful they might be.
You can’t bottle up your emotions and hope for them to disappear. All your feelings are valid and deserve equal care and attention.
Cry when you need to, do a mental detox on a journal after a bad day, pour into your well-being when things are going hard, and trust your healing process to take care of you.
Giving yourself permission to feel could be the best thing you do to be happy in life.
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6. They Know When To Ask For Help
Happy women have a good support system that they lean on during difficult times.
They know when to be self-reliant and when to ask for help, and this ability only makes them more humble and grounded in their happiness.
Being happy doesn’t mean taking on all the problems in the world yourself. ‘Fake it till you make it’ is the worst principle you can live by.
It’s okay to be vulnerable and reach out to your loved ones for help.
It could be something as simple as asking your mom to grab your prescribed meds when you’re sick, or calling up your bestie when you’re feeling hurt over something.
Besides, it’s oddly nice to be able to say ‘Thanks, I owe you one’. You can always return the favor in kind and be happy sharing love this way.
7. They Never Take Things Personally
Taking things personally is like inviting a stream of pessimistic thoughts into your system.
Once you take an action or a statement from someone to heart, there is no stopping your mind from cooking up reasons why someone acted a certain way toward you.
Happy women don’t make the mistake of falling into this trap.
They are not affected by others because they know someone’s moods, thoughts, and actions are not theirs to correct or justify.
And that mindset right there allows them to be free and happy.
Whenever you find yourself in a situation where someone’s behavior is not to your liking, shrug it off by telling yourself that ‘it’s none of my business.’
Don’t fret about unanswered calls or off moods that you have no control over. Someone could be having a bad day or just not in the mood to talk.
It’s rarely ever about you, trust me, and on the off chance that it is, it’s the other person’s job to come talk to you, and until they do, there’s no point wondering about their state of mind.
This might seem like a duh advice, but it really is the best thing you can do to nip your habit of taking things personally in the bud, and in turn, be more secure and happy in your life.
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8. They Are Supportive And Encouraging
The happiest women I’ve had the pleasure of knowing are extremely supportive toward others.
In your moments of doubt, you’d want to be around them because of their positive and encouraging persona.
Confidence, courage, and joy increase the more you spread them.
So, at any moment, when you have the option to motivate someone, do it without second thoughts.
Give compliments freely, cheer at the victories of others, and use the power of your words to make others feel good.
Not only is it deeply satisfying, but can also help you adopt a more optimistic perspective toward your own challenges.
It will also create a beautiful ripple effect as the people you support, in turn, will also be inspired to support you.
A win-win situation of happiness and well-being for everyone involved.
These Are The 8 Best Traits Of Happy Women
Happy women aren’t born with sunshiny vibes.
They have their own struggles and problems to deal with, but their mindset regarding life is full of optimism and self-kindness.
They have their personal ways of practicing self-care and they don’t hesitate to set boundaries to prioritize themselves.
Happy women cherish the little things in life, avoid comparing themselves to others, and are good at managing their emotions on time.
They know when to ask for help, are supportive of others, and never take things personally.
These 8 habits of happy women are pure gold. Try them out yourself to see how things change for you, and have fun exploring a happier you.
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Very inspiring words. I love them.
Glad to know!
There are definitely women who always focus on the positives, even though they might have not so many positive things going on at the same time. And I also do look up to them and strive to become like that more too now that I have a little daughter who looks to me as a role model.