Lately, I’ve been spending more time in the gym — and I’ve got to say, it genuinely makes me happy.
You know what makes me even happier?
Less smartphone time.
I was talking with a few mentors recently about the “simple” things that dramatically improve how we feel — the small, repeatable habits that compound into real joy.
Here’s a challenge for your mental wellness:
Make a list of the things that make you happy.
Then actually do them.
Sounds obvious. Almost too simple. Maybe even a little goofy.
Do it anyway.
Because when you feel better, you think better.
When you think better, you perform better.
And when you perform better, your business grows.
Happiness isn’t separate from productivity — it fuels it.
Here are a few things you might want to add to your list:
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Listen to music you love while working out.
Music can boost strength and endurance significantly. -
Feed your mind.
Educational audio, podcasts, or learning content can energize your thinking the same way music energizes your body. -
Watch your self-talk.
What you say about yourself — to yourself — is critical to your long-term happiness. -
Your body listens to your mind.
Chronic negativity and anxiety can weaken your immune system. Your thoughts matter. -
Start your morning with water.
A glass of water can wake your body up faster than caffeine and get everything moving. -
Smile — even if you don’t feel like it.
Hold it for three seconds. Your brain responds by releasing feel-good chemicals. -
Do one critical task first thing in the morning.
It sets a psychological tone of productivity for the rest of the day. -
Choose your thoughts intentionally.
You can only hold one thought at a time. Positive or negative — you decide. If you slip, catch it quickly and redirect. -
Write this somewhere visible:
Progress equals happiness. -
Move your body every day.
The gym isn’t about aesthetics — it’s about energy, clarity, and momentum.
The question is:
Do you have a list of things that make you happy?
And more importantly — are you doing them consistently?
Because this isn’t just motivational fluff.
It’s a system.
Now go have a happy weekend!