Bored and lonely? Tired of the same old routine? If you need a little inspiration, this is for you.
There are so many things that you can do at home to bring joy and relaxation into your life.
You don’t have to go out all the time or spend a lot of money in order to feel happy. Here are 35 joyful activities that will make you happy!
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1. Taking a hot bath
There are many reasons why taking a hot bath is a joyful thing to do at home.
Having a hot bath can be relaxing, soothes your nerves, and leaves you feeling clean and fresh.
A hot bath is also a great way to pamper yourself when you’re having a bad day or when you’re feeling lousy from the flu or a cold.
2. Cuddling up with a good book
Cuddling up with a good book can bring joy into your home. If you’ve been too busy with work or kids to read as much as you’d like, this is your chance!
Spend that evening reading in bed instead of vegging out on the couch watching TV. You’ll feel refreshed after enjoying a good book.
3. Stroking your pet
Enjoying the company of a pet can bring happiness into your home. Cuddling up to stroking or playing with a furry friend can make life better and add more joy to your daily routine.
Feeling loved is one of the best feelings in the world, and when you’re around a warm, furry animal that loves you unconditionally, it’s hard not to feel better.
4. Taking time for yourself or doing nothing at all
Taking time for yourself is an essential part of your life.
If there isn’t enough room in your schedule to do something special that makes you happy, take time out for YOU!
5. Going for a walk
Going for a walk is an amazing way to relax and rejuvenate yourself.
Being outside in the fresh air is invigorating, and it has been shown that walking can improve blood circulation, which reduces stress.
Above all, going for a walk can give your mind a break so you are able to focus and be more productive when you return home.
6. Cook your favorite meal
I love cooking! Sometimes I get in the kitchen to make a delicious dish for dinner. The process of cooking and preparing food can be really relaxing and therapeutic.
It allows you to spend time with the family and create something delicious to eat. You’ll feel more satisfied when eating in because you know that you prepared it yourself!
Plus, cooking a meal at home doesn’t have to be a time-consuming activity. You can prepare your meal in advance and refrigerate it or freeze it for later.
7. Listening to calming music
Listening to calming music is one of the most relaxing things you can do at home. Music has a special way of changing your mood, and when you’re feeling down-it’s nice to have something that will soothe your soul.
With music, you are able to get in touch with yourself on a deeper level as well as find connections between who you are and what makes you happy!
8. Light up some candles
When you light up some candles, you are able to transform your home into a cozy and welcoming place. Candles are a great way to make life more enjoyable.
They can calm you down and make your home feel like a safe haven. The act of lighting up candles is also soothing, which will help with any anxiety or stress.
9. Watching the sunset
Watching the sunset is one of the most beautiful experiences that you can have at home-helping to enrich your life with beauty and warmth!
As well as being moments of pure bliss, watching the sunset can also be a reminder that there’s always light at the end of the tunnel!
10. Makeover Your Room
One of the best ways to bring joy into your life is by doing a makeover for your room!
It’s a fun and rewarding process that will make you feel more connected to your home and it’s a great way to escape reality.
With the many different ideas on how to decorate your room, there are so many options for you!
The best thing about making your room over is having a place that reflects who you are and gives off the vibe that you want to give off.
11. Sorting your clothes
One of the best ways to makeover your room and get rid of old clothes at the same time is by doing some spring cleaning!
By sorting through all of your clothing, throwing out any old pieces, and organizing the rest into a clean, clutter-free closet, you’ll have more space for the items that matter!
Plus, you’ll be able to find any piece that you need in just seconds.
12. Cleaning your home
It’s only natural that over time, things will get dirty and cluttered.
The best thing about cleaning up your home is it’s an act of love for yourself and those in the house.
Cleaning your home is a great way to bring happiness to you. It’s a time-consuming job, but it’ll be worth it in the end!
When you’re done with the cleaning, your house will be more organized and tidy.
You’ll feel refreshed after enjoying a good night’s sleep without the messy clutter that usually inhabits your bedroom.
13. Rearrange your workspace
Rearranging your workspace is a great way to bring joy into your life. It’s a process that will not only make your day better-it’ll also be beneficial for you in the long run!
When you find yourself more focused and more concentrated on tasks, it’ll let you get more done.
Plus, having an organized desk makes it easy for you to find what you need when you’re working.
14. Light up your firepit
Sitting up in front of a firepit is one of the most enjoyable activities that you can do. You’re able to relax and enjoy some time for yourself.
By sitting in front of a fire pit, you’re able to feel at peace with yourself and those around you.
This is one of my favorite ways to unwind after a long day at work!
15. Dance to your favorite music
Dancing to your favorite music is a great way to bring happiness into your life. It’s a fun activity that you can do with family, friends, or even by yourself.
Best of all, it’s free! All you need to do is find something that makes you happy and dance it out!
16. Do random kindness
Doing Random Kindness is one of the best ways to bring happiness into your life.
Whenever you notice someone who needs help or a little extra love, make them feel special by helping them!
You’ll be able to make their day and in turn, you’ll feel happy too.
17. Share happiness on social media
Sharing happiness on social media is a great way to bring joy into your life. By making your friends and family aware of the happy moments in life, they’ll be able to enjoy them as well.
Not only will this make you feel happier, but it’ll also help other people feel happier by spreading knowledge of the good things happening in life!
18. Color challenge
One of the easiest ways to bring joy into your life is by participating in a color challenge!
All you need to do is find an adult coloring page, print it off, grab your favorite colors and get creative!
When you’re done with the coloring project, you’ll have a fun piece of art that you can decorate your home with.
Plus, you’ll feel calmer and more relaxed after coloring for a few hours in the comfort of your own home.
19. Practice on your hobby
Practicing your hobby is a great way to bring joy into your life. It’s an activity that can be done at any time of the day or night.
Depending on what hobby you choose, it can also have many benefits for your health and well-being.
There are many ways to practice your hobby, all you need to do is find something that you enjoy doing and get started!
20. Do yoga
One of the best ways to achieve a feeling of relaxation is by practicing yoga.
It’s a physical activity that’ll stretch out those sore muscles and allow you to take deep breaths in between poses.
Yoga is a great way to establish mindfulness within yourself and enjoy the calming effects it has on both your mind and body.
21. Make your home smell amazing
You can also bring happiness to your home by making it smell nice!
By lighting candles, using essential oils, or even flowers to give off a pleasant fragrance, you’ll enjoy coming home from a long day.
Just by smelling something nice, you’ll feel happier and more relaxed.
22. Meditate
Meditating is an excellent way to bring happiness into your life. It’s a great activity for reducing stress levels and increasing focus on the present moment-even if it’s just for a few minutes each day.
You can make meditation your daily routine or just do it whenever you feel the need to boost your mood and calm down.
23. Organize your desk
When you organize your desk, you’ll have an easier time sitting at it and working!
When everything is in order, it’s much more likely that you’ll be productive, which will make you feel accomplished.
Plus, it’s always nice to have a clean desk in the middle of all your other work!
24. Get your daily dose of vitamin D
Getting outside and soaking up some sunlight is an excellent way to make yourself happy-not to mention healthier too!
By going outside and enjoying the sun, you’ll not only be able to absorb the vitamin D that it provides but also get some needed fresh air in your lungs.
25. Cook your own meal
One of the best ways to bring joy into your life is by cooking your own meal for dinner!
It’s a way to express yourself and let others know what you enjoy eating.
Plus, it’s a lot healthier than ordering take-out. Preparing your own meal is also a great way to create memories with friends and family too!
26. Try something new
Do you ever have those days where everything just seems so boring?
By doing something new or trying out an activity that you’ve never done before, you’ll be able to experience a new type of happiness.
This is also a great way to spend time with others who are interested in trying out the activity with you!
27. Do something you love
Doing something that you love will always make you happy!
If it’s watching your favorite show on TV or listening to some of your favorite music, do it!
You never know when you might feel stressed and that’s the perfect time to use your “happy time” activity.
28. Watch your favorite movie
Watching your favorite movie is a great way to make yourself happy!
There’s nothing like watching the movie you’ve watched over and over again.
As you watch it, you’ll get all those good feelings back and fall in love with the film all over again.
29. Bake some cookies
Baking cookies can be an excellent way to make your home smell amazing and to bring happiness into the lives of others!
By making homemade cookies for friends or family, they’ll love it and so will you!
30. Expand your knowledge
Expanding your knowledge is a great way to boost your mood and make yourself happy!
You can join local book clubs and read novels or you can listen to new podcasts or audiobooks.
Whatever you do, try something that allows you to learn more about the world around you.
31. Take care of yourself
By taking care of yourself in both the physical and mental sense, you’ll be making yourself happy.
When you take a break to relax or go for a run at the local park, it’s beneficial for both your mind and body, not to mention, it’s good for your health too!
32. Stay organized
By staying organized, it’ll be easier to keep track of everything in your life, including all the things that make you happy!
Organizing things also allows you to know where everything is and that is going to provide you with a sense of order.
33. Unplug from social media
Social media can be a lot of fun, but sometimes, it can overwhelm you too!
By unplugging or taking social media breaks, you’ll have more time for other activities that make you happy. It’s also helpful for your mental health too!
34. Write out your plans
Writing down your plans for the future is an excellent way to improve your mood!
No matter what, writing out what you want in life and where you see yourself will help bring happiness into your mind again. It also makes it easier for others to know more about you too!
35. Cut the clutter
Believe it or not, having too much clutter in your life can make you unhappy!
By cutting down on your things and only keeping what’s truly necessary, you’ll feel better because there won’t be so many things that would have made you miserable.
One last note
There are so many ways to bring joy into your home. Whether you want to enjoy a good book, take time for yourself or relax with the company of an animal friend, there is something that will make life better and add more joy!
If you’re struggling to find what makes life feel good right now-take some time out for yourself and go through this list. We hope it helps lighten up your day 🙂