These simple ideas can help you feel happier on a daily basis. Give them a try!

Put a smile on your face!
Smiling more can help put you in the right mindset to have a positive attitude and feel happier.

Spend quality time with your pet.
It’s been proven that having a pet can help improve your mental health. So make sure to get in some cuddle time with your dog or cat!

Listen to happy tunes.
Whether they evoke happy memories or simply makes you feel good, boost your mood by listening to songs that put a smile on your face.

Get the entire family involved in the holiday of love with these fun V-Day activities.

Heart hunt
Hide chocolate hearts (the wrapped ones!) and candies around the house and give the kids hints on their location.

Family valentine exchange
Ask everyone to write each family member a valentine naming their favorite thing about the recipient. A great way to spread the love!

Valentine baking
Whip up a batch of heart-shaped cookies and brownies and enjoy them as a family.

Wintertime offers so many great pastimes!

Skating or skiing. A great way to enjoy some fresh air, and stay active at the same time!

Building a snowman. Why not make a whole family of them? Something to look forward to after the first big snowfall!

Sledding. Slip into your snowsuit, and join the kids for an afternoon of fun.

Warming up by the fire. After spending time outside, curl up by the fire with some hot cocoa and Smartfood® Indulgence popcorn.

Keep the food simple: Sometimes, the most delicious dishes are the easiest to pull off! Choose recipes you’ve tried at least once before.

Bring out the decorations: A little effort goes a long way when adding holiday touches to your home. The internet is a goldmine for inspiration!

Remember the lighting and music: Both are key elements to creating a festive mood.

Get your guests involved: Ask people attending to bring a dessert or appetizer to share. You’ll cut your prep time in half!

Don’t forget to have fun: Planning and hosting a holiday party can get quite stressful, so try to breathe, and remember to have a good time!
 

Cold winter days are meant for getting cozy and relaxing at home!

Take a bubble bath. It’ll warm you up, relax your muscles, and help you decompress from your day.

Get cozy by the fire. Curl up with a warm throw with a good book or a cup of herbal tea, and enjoy the heat!

Bake something. Cooking and baking are great ways to relax!

Diffuse essential oils. Many diffusers emit a lovely light which can help create a calming mood, and the essential oils will help you relax.

Light some candles. Scented candles will help create a relaxing, cozy atmosphere.

Drink some hot cocoa. So tasty and comforting!

Decorate pumpkins for Halloween:It doesn’t need to be a messy affair-check online for inspiration!

Go apple picking: Why not invite Grandma and Grandpa, too? It’s a great activity for the whole family!

Make easy artwork using fall leaves: Have the kids glue them to construction paper in a fun design, and voilà!

Paint some pine cones and decorate:Take the pine cones your kids have painted and put them in a hurricane vase to use as a centerpiece for Thanksgiving.

Pick fall flowers like sunflowers:Then, place them in a vase to decorate.