How to be Happy

I know this is completely off track from my usual blog posts but when I came across this again I thought it was something nice enough to share.

In the late '90s  BBC had a documentary called 'How to be Happy' and as a result of the research into the programme a team of 'experts' came up with a '10 point plan'.

I found this '10 point plan' stuck on an old office wall at a time when I needed an extra bit of happiness and couldnt resist taking a copy.

At the very least it makes for interesting reading:


1. Get physical: Take half an hour of exercise three times a week.

2. Count your blessings: At the end of each day reflect on at least five things you are grateful for.

3.Take time to talk: Have an hour-long, uninterupted conversation with your partner or closest friend each week.

4. Plant something: Even if it's just in a window box or pot. Keep it alive!

5. Cut your TV viewing by half.

6.Smile at and/or say hello to a stranger at least once a day.

7. Phone a friend: Make contact with at least one friend or relation whom you have not spoken to for a while and arrange to meet up.

8. Have a good laugh at least once a day.

9. Give yourself a treat every day and take your time to really enjoy it.

10. Spread some kindness: Do a good turn for someone every day.