10 Effective and Frugal ways to enjoy life and be happy

According to Ipsos Global, which has surveyed the happiness of more than 18,000 people in 24 countries since 2007, Indonesians, Indians, and Mexicans are the happiest people in the world. It tells us that you can enjoy life and be happy without being rich. Here are ten easy and effective ways to enjoy life and be happy and contented.   

1.       Nap: The busier you are the more you will treasure a nap on a Sunday afternoon. It is the most enjoyable thing to do to regain your sanity and rebuild your energy after working hard for a week.  

2.       Reading: Reading is entertaining, motivating, enlightening, and inspiring. You can read anytime anywhere to reap the full benefit. 

3.       Music and songs: Like reading books, listening to classical music and evergreen, songs will uplift your mood, cheer you up and keep your spirits up. 

4.       Be with nature: Get away from your PC and get out of the house. Get some fresh air and sunshine. It is a refreshing difference and good for your health. Go and admire the wonders of nature on the beach, down the valley, or in the woods.

5.       Connect with friends: Pick up the phone or pay a surprise visit to one of your friends. Talk about anything and everything. Crack a few jokes and laugh out loud.  Life is boring without laughter,

6.       A walk in the park: Taking a walk in the park or the green field is a wonderful way to get new ideas when you are stuck in writing your next article. Let the breeze soothe your face and refresh your mind. You will feel good about yourself. 

7.       Have fun with your pets: Dogs and cats are your best friends in life. They are always there to amuse you and loosen you up.  

8.       Meditate: Sitting quietly alone, doing deep breathing, and doing Tai Chi or Yoga are some of the ways to relax and enjoy peace of mind. When you do it often you will go slow in life to observe things around instead of rushing by.

9.       A simple and delicious home-cook meal: There is nothing better in life than to enjoy a simple meal at home with the whole family. Savor the food and talk happily among family members.

10.    Take a break: Taking a deserving break and enjoying a cup of warm coffee is the best thing to treat yourself during a busy day. Going away for a few days is another delightful way to pamper yourself.  You are free from the usual tension of working life.   

Living fully now is the missing link in your life for true happiness and enjoyment.   Paying attention to what you do and enjoy doing it is the greatest pleasure you can get out of life. There is nothing complicated to enjoy life and be happy.