article_snippet.sent: It turns out, there are things that you can do to make you feel slightly happier everyday.
article_snippet.sent: Dr Teresa Belton insists that there are many simple things - such as inviting a lonely person out to tea - that we can do on a daily basis to increase happiness, and they are all free .
article_snippet.sent: Simple activities such as inviting someone out for a cup of tea, singing in a community choir and practicing good posture can all improve general wellbeing.
article_snippet.sent: The 62-year-old believes simple acts such as straightening posture (left) and joining a community choir (right) can increase happiness levels over time .
article_snippet.sent: Among Her simply everyday tips to feeling happier right away - see below - Her highlights seemingly trivial activities such as standing up straight and smiling, and even hanging washing up outdoors.
article_snippet.sent: Other practices include mindful meditation and taking up voluntary work.
article_snippet.sent: Declutter:  Give stuff away, donate possessions to charity or pass them on to someone who could use them.
article_snippet.sent: Invite a lonely person to tea: Or offer to help your neighbour with tea garden, leaking pipe, shopping, etc.
article_snippet.sent: Take up regular voluntary work: Social connectedness, as well as freely giving your time, attention and energy, and making a positive difference  all contributes to our own satisfaction with life.