it’s easy to overlook those fleeting moments that bring us joy. For me, starting the day with a warm cup of coffee while the sun rises sets the tone for the rest of the day. It’s a small ritual that brings me comfort and reminds me to appreciate the little things in life.
But beyond these personal moments, there are also bigger sources of happiness in our lives. In this article, I’m sharing 70 examples of things that may make you happy in life and make you smile. Let’s explore them below:
A List of Happy Things To Make You Smile
- Waking up to a sunny day
- The sound of rain pattering against the window
- A fresh cup of coffee in the morning
- Birds chirping outside
- A text from a friend
- Laughing until your stomach hurts
- A warm hug
- Accomplishing something you’ve been working hard on
- A day spent with loved ones
- Petting a dog or cat
- Freshly baked cookies
- Watching a sunset
- Seeing a rainbow after it rains
- Hearing your favorite song on the radio
- A hot shower on a cold day
- A cold beer on a hot day
- Findings $20 in your winter coat from last year
- Completing a puzzle
- Organizing your closet
- Cuddling under a blanket
- Watching a funny movie
- A long phone call with a friend
- Eating your favorite
food - Cooking a meal for someone else
- Baking a cake from scratch
- Doing something nice for someone without them knowing
- Hitting a personal best during your workout
- Having a lazy day where you do nothing but relax
- Organizing your desk
- A clean house
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- Making your bed in the morning
- The smell of fresh laundry
- Freshly cut flowers
- A handwritten note from someone you love
- A day at the beach
- Hiking in the woods
- Sledding down a hill
- Building a snowman
- Stargazing on a clear night
- A baby’s laughter
- Watching children play
- Seeing the world through a child’s eyes
- A hot cup of soup on a cold day
- Your favorite pair of cozy pajamas
- A crackling fireplace on a winter’s night
- Sipping hot cocoa by the fireplace
- Christmas lights in the winter
- The Fourth of July fireworks
- A sunny day at the park
- The sound of waves crashing against the shoreline
- Smelling a freshly Bloomed flower
- Floaties in the pool on a hot summer’s day
- A picnic in the park
- People watching at a busy street corner
- A cold glass of lemonade on a hot day
- A sundae with all your favorite toppings
- Your favorite book
- A relaxing massage
- Spending time with someone you love
- An empty inbox
- A quiet moment to yourself.
- Getting a good night’s sleep.
- Seeing a happy baby or animal.
- Receiving a compliment from someone you admire.
- The sun shining on your face.
- Laughing until your stomach hurts.
- Making someone else happy.
- Achieving a goal you’ve been working towards.
- A hot shower on a cold day.
- Cuddling with someone you love.
Final Thoughts
Happy things are all around us, we just have to take the time to notice them. On days when you’re feeling down, make a list of happy things to remind yourself of all the good in your life. You might be surprised at how many happy things there are! What are some of your favorite happy things?