Happier

Welcome to Happier: Your Path to Joyful Living

“Happiness isn’t a destination—it’s a way of being, a choice you make every day.”

This space is for anyone ready to reclaim their happiness and live a life that feels fulfilling, joyful, and aligned. Whether you’re looking for small ways to smile more or big shifts to bring more joy into your life, this is your invitation to find your happy.

Happiness Exercises to Try Today

Here are some simple, fun, and meaningful exercises to help you tap into your happy:

Gratitude Journal:
Each day, write down three things you’re grateful for. Focus on the small, specific moments—like a kind smile or a quiet cup of coffee.
Create a Happy Playlist:
Compile songs that instantly lift your mood. Play it during your morning routine, on your commute, or whenever you need a boost.
Happy Hour of Exploration:
Dedicate one hour a week to trying something new, like a free community event, a creative project, or a nature walk in a place you’ve never been.
Random Acts of Kindness:
Do one small kind thing for someone else every day—buy a coffee, send a sweet text, or offer a compliment. It’ll make you and them smile!
Joy Jar:
Write down moments that made you happy on small slips of paper and place them in a jar. At the end of the month, read them to relive your happiest moments.

10 Books to Help You Find Your Happy

Explore these inspiring reads by Black women authors and thought leaders to deepen your understanding of happiness and joyful living:

The Gifts of Imperfection by Brené Brown (Reflections by Black Coaches)
- Learn to let go of perfectionism and embrace the joy of being authentically you.
Black Girl in Love (with Herself): A Guide to Self-Love, Healing, and Creating the Life You Truly Deserve by Trey Anthony
- A heartfelt exploration of finding joy and balance in a world that demands so much of you.
Year of Yes: How to Dance It Out, Stand in the Sun, and Be Your Own Person by Shonda Rhimes
- Shonda’s personal journey of saying yes to life and embracing joy.
What I Know for Sure by Oprah Winfrey
- A collection of Oprah’s most meaningful life lessons on gratitude, resilience, and happiness.
The Book of Joy by Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu
- A joyful dialogue between two global icons of happiness, expanded upon by diverse voices in happiness spaces.
The Self-Love Workbook for Women by Megan Logan (Loved by Black Coaches)
- A guided journey to self-love and happiness through reflective exercises and journaling.
Rest Is Resistance: A Manifesto by Tricia Hersey
- The Nap Bishop’s wisdom on the joy and freedom that comes from prioritizing rest.
Radical Self-Care: A Guide for Black Women by Kozi Kihara
- A powerful guide to reclaiming your joy and self-love.
Self-Care for Black Women: 150 Ways to Radically Accept & Prioritize Your Mind, Body, & Soul by Oludara Adeeyo
- Packed with practical tips for adding more happiness to your daily routine.
Find Your Happy: An Inspirational Guide to Loving Life to Its Fullest by Shannon Kaiser
- A motivational read on creating a life filled with joy, gratitude, and self-discovery.

Happier Affirmations

Speak these affirmations daily to align yourself with joy and happiness:

I deserve to be happy, and I welcome joy into my life.
Happiness is my birthright, and I choose it every day.
I honor my needs and prioritize what brings me joy.
I am surrounded by love, positivity, and light.
My happiness inspires others to find their own.
Every day, I create moments of joy and connection.
I release guilt and embrace the freedom to be happy.
Happiness flows through me effortlessly and abundantly.
I am grateful for the little moments that make life beautiful.
I choose to see the beauty and possibility in every day.

Why Happier Matters

Happiness isn’t about chasing perfection—it’s about embracing life as it is and finding joy in the little things. This space is here to help you reconnect with yourself, prioritize your joy, and live a life that feels as good as it looks.