1. LEARN TO RESPECT YOUR PERSONAL BORDERS
How do you react to a friend yelling at you? Are you able to refuse requests from loved ones if they are inconvenient for you? How do you feel when your spouse (or best friend) said something “wrong”? The personal boundaries of each person are a set of norms, morals, habits and values, the observance of which makes him happy and harmonious. Everyone needs psychological personal boundaries in order to clearly feel: where are your attitudes, and where are others, where are your needs, and where are the needs of other people. Personal boundaries can be opened for "import", when we gladly accept someone else's help, resources, time, money, or for "export" - our own resources. We usually give away what we especially need, and export either what we have in abundance, or what we hope to get a good price for. In order not to allow other people to use you, that is, to violate your boundaries, you must be able to say “no” and assert your right to personal space, feelings and actions, provided that they do not violate other people's boundaries.

2. SPEND MORE TIME WITH YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS
The recipe for happiness for Danes – the happiest people in the world – is pretty simple: try to maintain a healthy work-life balance. 78% of Danes meet at least once a week with friends, family or colleagues outside of work. Meetings with friends are filled with mutual care and tranquility. This is the realm of equality: no one draws attention to themselves, no one tries to become the main one. Guests help the host prepare food, set the table, and then put everything in order. In such a relaxed atmosphere, you can completely relax and be yourself. This is a large comfort zone where everyone feels good.

3. BE GENEROUS
When helping others, we often experience the so-called helper euphoria: the brain begins to produce endorphins that cause pleasure. It appears that acts of mercy activate the same centers in the brain as thoughts of chocolate. A pleasant warm feeling experienced with the help of others (both in word and deed) is explained by the release of oxytocin (the same hormone is produced by a nursing mother). It has a beneficial effect on the physical condition, in particular, it prevents the development of inflammatory processes in the cardiovascular system. Compassion literally heals the heart and makes us happy. Plus, it's contagious.

4. LISTEN TO YOUR INTUITION
Psychologist and author of 100 Ways to Change Your Life, Larisa Parfentyeva, says that following your inner voice and the ability to “dance to your own music” helps you show love for yourself. You may not earn as much as you want. Perhaps no one will know about you. But you will be happy. For real.

5. SET YOUR GOALS
Setting goals, big or small, develops independent thinking - an essential component of a happy life. To achieve the desired results, it is necessary that your goals match your nature. Dr. Edwin Locke, professor emeritus of psychology at the University of Maryland School of Business, states: “People who choose their goals by copying the goals of others can never be truly happy. They are no longer the masters of their lives."

Setting your own goals increases self-esteem, another important component of happiness. Every time you reach a new goal and add it to your list of personal victories, you are proving to yourself that you can achieve what you are striving for. This strengthens your faith in yourself.

6. ANSWER YOURSELF “WHAT DO I LIVE FOR?”
In order to be happy, you need to update information about yourself, your values, goals, dreams and plans more often. Take time to be alone, reflect, pray, and once again understand what you know about yourself and what is important to you at this stage of life.

7. REJECT DAMAGER RELATIONSHIPS
When a person finds an environment that supports their dreams and values, their growth and overall life satisfaction are greatly increased. Get rid of toxic people. You are the one who chooses the people you live with. If someone is dragging you down all the time, make up your mind, let that person go and move on. Surround yourself with people who share your values ​​and help you move forward.

8. TAKE CARE OF YOUR HEALTH
Lighten up your workout routine and don't overwork yourself. You should have time for rest, work and active sports that harmonize and bring pleasure. Therefore, find the kind of fitness that will bring real benefits to both body and soul. For example, go for a solo run to clear your head, or find a stretching studio near your home where you are both aesthetically and physically comfortable.