How to Instantly Sprinkle Your Life with More Fun

“Many of the most fun things in life are free and available to you. Don’t let anything hold you back and immerse yourself in the world of fun now.”

To live a full and meaningful life, you need to add fun to it and shake things up a bit or a lot–it all depends on you. Living life without fun can be very boring and also very unhealthy for you. Research has shown that having fun increases your productivity at work, improves your health, boosts your happiness, and enhances your personal and professional relationships. And, of course, having fun is a great way to boost your happiness.

Do you remember the last time you did something really fun? Think about it–bring back to mind those memories where you got so incredibly lost in the moment. Now, sprinkle your life with more of those fun times. Here’s a simple guide to help you immerse yourself in the world of fun as a habit:

1. Be open to having fun

Avoid falling into the trap that you don’t have time to have fun. There is always time for everything in your life if you make it a priority. Allow yourself to have a good time and reap the benefits of it. You have options to choose from. Block time out of your schedule to do something that you really enjoy and get into the habit of doing that often.

2. Be spontaneous

Having fun doesn’t require great effort or a big plan. Usually, the most fun moments aren’t planned, they’re totally spontaneous. Be open to letting things happen naturally. Focus on the present moment. Embrace spur-of-the-moment getaways and welcome last-minute gatherings with friends and family.

3. Be creative

You don’t need to spend a lot of money to have fun. Many of the most fun things in life are free. There are a myriad of relatively low-cost fun activities, like going on a hike with your friends, visiting a new coffee shop, or even just enjoying a new film–in a real movie theater instead of on your television set at home. Think about new ways of bringing fun to your life. If you like photography, go around town and capture the beauty and nature of it.

Start giving yourself permission to have fun–you don’t need the approval of others. Don’t wait for the perfect moment; you can have fun any time you like. Escape from your daily routine by dedicating a minimum of 15 minutes a day to doing something that you really enjoy, like singing along to your favorite songs while you’re driving to work.

It is proven that having fun adds happiness to your life. What are you waiting for? The time is now. Don’t let another minute go by without joining the world of fun. No membership is required and no fees are applied. It’s for free, join now.

Original post from inc.com