Finding money in an old pair of jeans, having a picnic in the sun, getting flowers or chocolates from a loved one or a thank you card in the mail are some of the things that make people feel happy, a recent study has revealed.
A person being told that he or she has lost weight, climbing into bed with freshly washed sheets and seeing an old couple hold hands also help brighten a person’s day, says the study of 3,000 people conducted by Three Barrels Brandy.
Sunshine was found to be one of the major factors for happiness. Waking up to a sunny day, sitting in the sun, having a picnic in the sun, and driving with the car windows down on a sunny day all appear in the top 20,UK newspaper The Daily Express reported.
“We can be having a terrible day at work when a quick thank you from the boss can pick us up and make us feel great. Similarly, we could be stuck in traffic when our favourite song comes on the radio and makes us forget about the nightmare daily commute. Small gestures from friends and family can also work wonders when you’re feeling a bit down in the dumps,” a research spokesman said.
The research also revealed that most people feel at their happiest at around 6 pm on Saturdays.
What brings joy to Pakistani celebs?
Actor Adnan Siddiqui: More recently what makes me happy is Imran Khan’s speech in Lahore.
Fashion designer Maheen Khan: Spending time with my grandchildren, fashion events and last, but not the least, I love travelling with my husband but then who does not love a holiday?
Theatre director Nida Butt: A day at the beach. The arrival of falsas, rainbows and puppies.
TV personality Aaminah Haq: Being in the company of cats and dogs; they remind me of what unconditional blind love is.
Model Fayeza Ansari: Helping someone who feels he/she is all alone.
(With additional reporting from NEWS DESK)
49 things that make people happy:
1. Finding money in an old pair of jeans
2. Going on holiday
3. Getting into a bed with freshly washed sheets
4. Swimming in the sea
5. Waking up on a sunny day
6. Sitting in the sun
7. Being surprised with flowers or chocolates
8. Getting a nice message from a loved one
9. Cuddling
10. Getting a thank you card in the post
11. Seeing old people holding hands
12. Driving a car with the window down in nice weather
13. Booking a holiday
14. Listening to your favourite song
15. Finding a bargain
16. Seeing an old friend
17. A picnic in the park
18. Getting promoted
19. A romantic night out
20. Hearing a song that reminds you of the past
21. Looking at old photos
22. Making a new friend
23. Having a quiet moment to yourself
24. Walks in the country
25. Hearing a baby laugh
26. Having a girls/guys night out
27. Waking up on a Saturday morning and realising it’s the weekend
28. Chocolate
29. Eating cake
30. Fitting into a pair of jeans you thought were too small
31. Praise from your boss
32. Smell of freshly baked bread or cookies
33. A warm bubble bath
34. Someone saying you have lost weight
35. Finding out someone likes you
36. Sunday dinners
37. Smell of freshly cut grass
38. Arriving at the airport for a vacation
39. A good hair day
40. Bank holidays
41. Passing a driving test
42. Swanky hotel rooms
43. Your children doing well at school
44. Offering elderly people your seat on the bus or train
45. Someone giving you their car parking ticket
46. Waking up to find out it has snowed overnight
47. Drinking a cold drink after work
48. Eating comfort food
49. Being with the one you love.
Published in The Express Tribune, November 3rd, 2011.
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omg... i love to find money in my old books even my hubby searches my books when he s short of money...:)
SMILE on my parents face always make me happy, May it remain forever......ameen.
when ur life partner says I LOVE YOU once everyday :)