Did you know that today is the first International Day of Happiness?
Yes, today. When the clouds over our heads are grey and the 2013 Budget is announced. (Oh the irony!)
The chirpy event is part of a global initiative by the United Nations to encourage governments to consider the happiness and well-being of their citizens, rather than focussing exclusively on economic growth and development.
We're big advocates of being happy here at HuffPost UK Lifestyle. After all, the health benefits of turning that frown upside down are endless.
What are you waiting for? Here are some natural ways to feel happy...
Natural Ways To Feel Happy
Natural Ways To Boost Your Happiness Levels (01 of06)
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Have A Laugh(02 of06)
Open Image Modal"Laughter is the best medicine. Be around people who are uplifting and make you laugh. Life can get so serious sometimes, and we get bogged down with the small stuff. Just by laughing with your friends, you get some perspective and everything seems to be better." (credit:Alamy)
Go For A Long Walk (03 of06)
Open Image Modal"Take a long stroll in the countryside or the woods. This kills two birds with one stone. Not only are you getting some exercise which releases endorphins into the brain, but also trees hold a very strong healing energy. Just being around them will make you feel lighter, and full of energy. Try it!" (credit:Alamy)
Meditate(04 of06)
Open Image Modal"Meditation has been proven time and time again that just by 'being' with your body, wellbeing is increased, and you start to feel better about yourself. Just start by concentrating on your breathing for 10 minutes a day and you will see the difference." (credit:Alamy)
Visualise(05 of06)
Open Image ModalTune Into 'Happy' Music(06 of06)
Open Image Modal"Listen to some 'happy' music and dance around your living room to your favourite song and 'let go.' Don't worry about looking silly, or not being in time.. just go wild. There is something really liberating about just going for it without worrying what anyone else thinks. Have fun. Be silly. You will feel great and the best part about it, it that its available to you whenever you want." (credit:Alamy)
What makes you happy? Let us know in the comments below