Simple things that make people happy

Finding a coin worth about 200,000 VND in your pocket, receiving compliments from strangers, and getting free gifts are among the small, simple things in life that can make us feel joyful and full of happiness, according to new research.

Finding lost money, or money you didn't know you had, is the best way to improve your mood. (Illustration: AP)

A survey sponsored by the American hotel chain DoubleTree by Hilton and conducted in the UK revealed that finding lost money, or not knowing you have it, is the best way to improve your mood.

Among the top 5 simple things that make people happy are a sunny day, going to the checkout at the supermarket and discovering that the item you chose is on sale, a free item, and going to sleep on a bed with brand new sheets.

Performing a good deed or act of kindness on your own brings immense joy. Furthermore, nearly two-thirds of those surveyed (62%) have a sweet tooth, and four out of ten people stated that a sweet treat party, with chocolate, cake, and cookies, would lift their spirits.

Sunny days can also lift people's spirits. Photo: Word Press

Nearly one-third of survey participants admitted to becoming irritable when hungry. Additionally, over half (52%) of respondents stated they have an optimistic outlook on life, and 56% described themselves as particularly happy.

In a typical week, one-third of people said they were "really happy" 75% of the time, while 27% of those surveyed indicated that there were 3-4 things that made them happier.

Pleasant surprises always bring the most wonderful moments of happiness, with 82% of people stating that the best things in life are the things they don't expect.

Dr. Glenn Williams, a psychology lecturer at Nottingham Trent University (UK), explains: "Experiencing positive emotions regularly is essential for our health and well-being."

As the study shows, an effective path to happiness doesn't necessarily involve major, planned events like marriage, moving house, a promotion, or even a vacation. Instead, small, often unexpected, things create joy in life, can make us smile every day, and help us build happier, more meaningful lives for ourselves and others.

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