International Day Of Happiness: Things you can do to stay happy

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New Delhi: Happiness is one of the most important things in life. But nowadays, people worry and overthink a lot which can lead to depression. Being depressed not only harms mental health but also physical well-being.

Since 2013, March 20 marks the International Day of Happiness, started by the United Nations to recognise the importance of happiness in the lives of people around the world.

Meditation

One must practice meditation regularly because it can help relieve the symptoms of stress and anxiety and boosts your mental health.

Exercise

Exercise is very important if you want to lead a healthy lifestyle. It not only keeps you physically fit but also improves your mental health and mood.

Be positive

Optimism is a key ingredient to happiness. One should try to develop a positive attitude even when things go wrong.

Gratefulness

Always show appreciation and gratitude for the people in your life. Doing this will help improve the quality of your life. Gratitude is strongly and consistently associated with greater happiness.

Eat healthy foods

Eating a nutrient-rich food not only keeps you in healthy, but also boosts your happiness and fights symptoms of depression, anxiety and other mental health issues.