Today’s Solutions: February 23, 2026

Do you often find yourself in a negative mental state? Are you letting anxiety and feelings of dejection get the best of you? It may be time for you to overhaul your mental state. When it comes to happiness, there’s one simple notion you need to remember: happiness has less to do with what happens to you than what you make happen. It’s a mindset. Our mental state is impacted by the daily choices we make and activities we invest our time in. Here are 9 tips to help boost your brain towards a happier state.

  • Practice self discipline
  • Learn (at least) one new thing a day
  • Spend time in nature
  • Put challenges into perspective
  • Work on your attitude
  • Add value to your relationships
  • Add a dash of adventure to your days
  • Focus on what makes you happy
  • Use goal setting to lift you up

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