Happiness Happens Month is celebrated in the month of August, annually. It is a well-known certainty that happiness is transmissible and sharing one’s happiness can put a smile on an individual’s face. August is a month dedicated to recognizing things that bring happiness to oneself.
Extending this happiness to others can help make society a better place. Happiness can be found in the smallest of things and can really improve one’s mental health as well as their overall well-being.
How to Celebrate Happiness Happens Month:
Do Something Special
Do something special for a loved one in your life with something they love and surprise them.
Spend a Day with Yourself
Begin your day with thankfulness and do all the smallest things and activities that bring you happiness.
4 Facts About Happiness:
Pets make you happy - When you have playful moments with pets, the brain releases dopamine that is well-known for stimulating happiness.
Green Surroundings - Greenery is known to enhance your life’s fulfillment.
Exercise Regularly - Exercising makes you feel more self-assured and capable which helps with one’s stress and mental health.
Trash Unhappy Thoughts - If you breathe and focus better, you will be able to trash unhappy thoughts and gain knowledge of finding the brighter side of everything.
HAPPY HAPPINESS HAPPENS MONTH! 😀
Nancy Powell, BSW, SCORE Project Coordinator
Resources: National Today (2023). Happiness Happens Month - August 2023. https://nationaltoday.com/happiness-happens-month/#history