During the current circumstances, it is easy to find yourself feeling gloomy.

Not knowing when it will be safe to go to work or even to get your groceries can drive the sanest person out of their mind.

It is alright to feel down for a moment but you don't have to remain there.

I am going to share with you 10 proven ways that happiness can start with you.

When circumstances improve, you will be sporting a smiling face before even hearing the good news.

Talk To Someone New

One positive side of being on lockdown is that it is bringing people closer together, virtually. More activities and connections are being made in the different social media groups and there are tons to choose from. Go ahead and join in. Connecting with others is sure to bring some happiness your way.

Enjoy The Simple Things

Even if you are stuck in a full house, there are simple things that can put a smile on the gloomiest face in there. Think about it. We get a free concert daily with birds and waking up before everyone else can reward you with some of the most peaceful times you've had in a while.

Have More Sex

Everyone knows that sex makes you feel good. And not only that, it helps keep your immune system strong, lowers blood pressure, and counts as exercise. What more could you ask for? Go get physical.

Explore Your Creative Side

You don't have to be Picasso to be considered an artist. Painting, jewelry making, sculpting, and music writing are all forms of art. Once you see what you have come up with, you are bound to invite some happiness in.

Keep A Gratitude Journal

You don't have to replay in your mind all of the negative happenings of the world. Let other people handle that. When you stop and think about what you have to be grateful for, the world won't seem like such a scary place.

Get A Houseplant

Just because you cannot be out in nature doesn't mean that you can't bring nature to you. Start with an air-purifying, low-maintenance plant. That way, you will be killing two birds with one stone, purifying your home while focusing on something you can control.

Meditate

Meditation is probably one of the most underrated forms of stress relief. It can also help you control anxiety, enhance self-awareness, and lengthen your attention span. That last benefit can certainly come in handy if you are cooped up in the house with a family member who enjoys talking your ear off.

Catch Some Zs

Don't you just love the way you feel after waking up from a good night's sleep? Start including some naps during your daily routine to get more zs. Your body is your first line of defense against a lot. Why not give it more of the rest that it deserves?

Sing Your Heart Out

There is a reason why "sing like no one is watching" is such a popular phrase. Singing just does something to a person's soul. Sing a sweet melody to yourself or make it a karaoke night with your family and friends. When you think about bringing happiness, all the smiling faces around you will do just that.

Stay in the Present Moment

Being in the present moment doesn't mean you have to ignore what's going on in the world. It means that you don't have to allow the worry of the past or future to rob you of what is happening now. Happiness can happen at any moment. Don't let those precious moments pass you by.