Summary
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A poll of 2,000 adults identified the top 20 things that bring feelings of happiness and positivity.
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The survey was commissioned by the cheese company Babybel.
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Good night’s sleep and sunny blue sky ranked as the top two factors for feeling good.
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45% of respondents mentioned that receiving a nice compliment can significantly boost their mood.
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Laughing until tears flowed was also noted as a high scorer in generating positive emotions.
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On average, respondents experienced uplifting moments three times a day and felt good about their day four times out of seven in a typical week.
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However, 83% actively avoid negative stories on social media and TV to prevent feeling emotionally drained.
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68% of those polled believe happiness is contagious, and over a third make an effort to spread positivity.
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Only 24% allocate regular time for activities that personally bring them happiness.
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Many of the top 20 happiness-inducing activities are low-cost or free, emphasizing the link between feeling good and doing good.
TOP 20 THINGS THAT MAKE US FEEL GOOD
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A good night’s sleep
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A sunny blue sky
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Summer
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Receiving a compliment or praise
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Booking a holiday
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Crying with laughter
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Getting a quiet moment to yourself
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Eating your favorite snack
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Pets being happy to see you
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Looking back at old photographs
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Finishing a great book
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Helping an elderly person with something
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Finishing a workout
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Hearing children really belly-laughing
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Finding a parking space when it’s busy
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A newly-cleaned car
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When your football or other sports team wins
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A heart-to-heart with a loved one
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Volunteering or helping others
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Finding out your children have done well at school