Have you ever wanted to rewrite some chapters in your life? Do you feel like there are things about your past that you would like to change, like relationships, career choices, lifestyle or health decisions? You’re not alone.

The secret to a happy life does not exist in one single thing and it’s not found by going backwards. There certainly isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer either...but there are a few things you can do to starting living a happier life.

Get a dream. Whether you call it a dream or a vision, you must have something that you are living for and working towards in order to have a happy and productive life. There should be a goal that you want to accomplish in order to feel fulfilled and connected in your life. Remember it like this...always have something to chase.

1. Write down your goals. By making a list of some of your top goals, it can help you stay focused and give you a direction towards attaining your goals. Make sure that most of them are indeed attainable and not so far-fetched that you can’t ever achieve them.
   
   
2. Stay positive. Many successful people have revealed the secret to achieving their dreams was reading positive books and affirmations in order to keep their belief in becoming a success obtainable. Positivity works in many ways. It can change your way of thinking and even change the way you feel physically.
   
   3. Write down your goals. By making a list of some of your top goals, it can help you stay focused and give you a direction towards attaining your goals. Make sure that most of them are indeed attainable and not so far-fetched that you can’t ever achieve them.
   
   
   1. Relax more and have fun. Your life can be happier and more fulfilling if you take time to just relax. It’s normal to get so busy with daily activities, work and family life, that you forget to slow down and actually enjoy what’s around you. Take time to laugh and spend time with friends and family. Exercise, take on a new hobby or learn something new. Doing what you love can make a big difference in attitude and that can easily affect everything else.
      
      
   2. Choose your friends wisely. When your friends reflect the same attitude you hope to reflect, it simply makes it easier all around. No matter how young or old you are, being around supportive and loving friends can bring out the best in you. Let go of negative people and toxic relationships.
      
      
   3. Start new habits. Change can be difficult, but changing old habits and developing new ones can be incredibly beneficial. Simply think of a new routine like meditation, journaling, yoga, a daily walk or a volunteer opportunity. Adding a positive habit to your routine can give you needed inspiration and satisfaction.
      
      
   4. Have an attitude of gratitude. Appreciate what you have now, even in times when you feel like you don’t have much at all. Having a grateful attitude can lead to a happier, more fulfilling life. Treat each day like a gift.