You might be wondering what there is to be happy about given the present world situation. Tomorrow is World Happiness Day and also the first day of Spring. Are you starting to feel happy yet?
Since 2013, the United Nations has celebrated the International Day of Happiness on March 20th. It recognizes that happiness is important to people around the world. Without the UN setting aside a day for this, we go to great lengths as individuals to live happy lives. Of course, the arrival of Spring is also a time when we rejoice that good weather will soon be coming, flowers will be in bloom, and those glorious days of Summer will soon be here.
The UN theme for this year is as the title of this post says “Happiness for all, Together. ” I’ll share their ten steps to global happiness below that I hope might brighten your day.
1. LET’S STICK TOGETHER
Step 1 is to stick together. We’re all in this together, and we will get through this together. Global unity, collective action, and a joint response to the COVID 19 coronavirus are the key to winning the fight against this global pandemic and threat to humanity.
2. FOLLOW WHO ADVICE.
Step 2 is to follow the World Health Organization’s advice and guidance. Wash hands, physical distancing, stay at home, avoid large crowds, and let’s work together to #FlattenTheCurve.
3. VIRTUALLY ATTEND A WORLD HAPPINESS EVENT.
WORLD HAPPINESS FEST
MARCH 16-21
EVERYWHERE (ONLINE) FROM MADRID, SPAIN
4. STAY SOCIAL ONLINE
Happiness is contagious. Step 4 is to stay social online and do what makes you happy! Spread joy around the world on social media while fighting to end COVID 19. Funny videos that make people laugh, while educating about ending the virus are great for step 4. Staying social online is also key to maintaining positive mental health and state of mind while reducing anxiety and stress.
5. BE KIND, SHARE & SAY THANK YOU.
Step 5 is to be kind to others, share with those in need, and say thank you. Check on your friends and neighbors, and even on strangers. Share food, supplies, medicine, and other resources with those in need. Say thank you to the healthcare, food, delivery drivers, teachers, and others working overtime and risking their lives on the frontlines of the global crisis to fight the disease, and keep the shelves stocked with supplies, and keep society going.
6. STAY ACTIVE AND BE MINDFUL.
Step 6 is to stay active and be mindful. Exercise everyday, meditate, practice mindfulness, and yoga. Staying active and mindful is a great way to spend time at home while reducing anxiety and stress, and boosting your immune system, which in turn, will reduce spread of the virus, and help #FlattenTheCurve.
7. BE OPTIMISTIC, POSITIVE, AND RESILIENT.
Step 7 is to be optimistic, positive, and resilient during these challenging times. We will get through this together, and we will win the fight against this global pandemic together. Optimism, positivity, and resilience will be essential to our success in destroying the COVID 19 disease, and global outbreak.
8. STAY INFORMED ABOUT FACTS AND NEWS
Step 8 is to stay informed about facts and news regarding the COVID 19 outbreak, and avoid myths. The World Health Organization (WHO) website has great information on how to prevent contagion, stop the disease, and avoid myths.
9. ENJOY NATURE
Step 9 is to get outside, enjoy nature, and connect with the environment during this period. This is a great time to take advantage of the extra time by going for a hike, going to the park, visiting lakes and natural sites to get in touch with nature.
10. ADOPT HAPPYTALISM
Step 10 is to think about the steps we can take to implement systemic change so this never happens again. Happytalism is just one of several models which respond to the United Nations 2012 call for a New Economic Paradigm, by taking a holistic approach to economic development and all life, and preventing sudden crises such as a global disease pandemic.
Think about systemic change we can make so this never happens again.
For more information on World Happiness Day, visit: happinessday.org
You will be able to make a pledge there to create more happiness in the world.
