Anup Chouhan's Key Ideas from The Happiness Project
by Gretchen Rubin
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1. Start Where You Are
- Happiness doesn't come from huge changes. Start with your current life
- Pay attention to the things you already enjoy
- Begin noticing what makes you feel good or drains your energy
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2. Set Personal Commandments
- Create a list of personal values or life rules that guide your daily actions
- These can be short reminders like "Progress over perfection" or "Be kind, not just nice"
- Having your own commandments helps you make choices that reflect your true self and priorities
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3. Focus on Small, Daily Changes
- Daily habits shape long-term happiness
- Start with manageable changes like sleeping more or decluttering
- Don’t wait for a new year. Start now, one step at a time
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4. Track Your Progress
- Use a checklist or journal to stay consistent with your goals
- Seeing progress boosts motivation and self-trust
- Reflecting on your efforts helps you improve and stay focused
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5. Build a Happiness Routine with a Planner 🌟
- Having a structured yet flexible planner helps you organize your thoughts
- Tools like The Mindful Life Planner support gratitude, self-care, and goal tracking, all proven to improve happiness
- With sections for mood, reflection, and gratitude, it feels like doing your own Happiness Project every single day.
- Try it today for free to feel more grounded, joyful, and in control
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6. Find Joy in Everyday Moments
- Notice little joys like sunlight, laughter, or a warm meal
- Practicing gratitude makes you feel more satisfied
- Even stressful days have small blessings if we look for them
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7. Strengthen Relationships
- Be more present with friends and family
- Appreciate others, forgive easily, and connect deeply
- Relationships are one of the strongest happiness boosters
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8. Let Go of Perfection
- Don’t try to be perfect. Try to be real and kind
- Embrace your flaws and laugh at mistakes
- Perfectionism kills joy. Progress brings peace
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9. Pursue Your Passions
- Doing what you love recharges your energy
- Hobbies, creative work, or learning something new sparks happiness
- Make time for these activities, even just a few minutes a day
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10. Keep Evolving
- Happiness is a journey, not a destination
- You grow as you try, reflect, and restart
- Celebrate small wins and keep experimenting with what makes you happy
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