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Unless your name is Diogenes or your last name is Gandhi or Yousafzai, I doubt your life philosophy aligns with the phrase that says "money can't buy happiness".
Although It may be hard to admit that you don't always need money to achieve your goals or feel completely happy, luckily for you, we've created a challenge made out of 30 activities that won't cost you a penny, and if you join the challenge, you'll be a little closer to that happiness philosophers talk about.
You won't have to worry about your billing dates or how much each recommendation will cost you. This time, all you need to do is join the challenge and follow these activities day by day.
Download our template and achieve the challenge to save money along the way.
Day #1:
Walt Disney used to say, "There is more treasure in books than in all the pirate's loot on Treasure Island," so take a look at these treasures of books to make Mr. Walt Disney proud of you. You can try free book apps like Oodles, Freebooks, or ManyBooks.
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Day #2:
You have to watch these titles on Netflix: Money Explained, Getting Smart With Money, and How to Get Rich).
Day #3:
Free online courses. Try sites like Edx.org or Coursera, that include certificates from MIT, Harvard, and other renowned universities. Also, try other free courses like the personal finance course from McGill University (Montreal, Canada) available at this link: https://www.mcgillpersonalfinance.com/
Day #4:
Teach new tricks to your old dog. Strengthen your bond with your pet and go for a walk together. It doesn't matter if you don’t go far, he’ll be happy for the trip (and you will too).
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Day #5:
Remember your good old days with The Nostalgia Machine, it makes playlists the top hits based on the year you submit.
Day #6:
Visit a quiet outdoor place. Dress comfortably, take a deep breath, and focus on being relaxed in the here and now.
Day #7:
Museums.
A day of culture that you will remember for a lifetime is within your reach and probably for free. Check out the special dates of museums in your area; you'll likely find some free admissions dates.
Day #8:
Home spa.
Remove dead skin cells with half an orange and sugar.
Use olive oil to strengthen your hair.
Make a mascara usingoats, sea salt, and almond oil.
You may not notice the difference, but your body will.
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Day #9:
Apply the Marie Kondo method. Dedicate a day to fold your drawers or organize your finances (bills, upcoming payments, and weekly expenses). It may be tedious but necessary.
Day #10:
We often associate libraries as the most boring places in the world, but it's not always the case. Look for free activities or book presentations. And if there are no scheduled activities, sit down and write; it's a good outlet.
Day #11:
Have fun with a board game.
Day #12:
Download The Shake-it Alarm app is free and was created to finally get you up early and in a good mood. To deactivate the alarm, you have to shout, shake your phone, continuously tap the screen, and the app also sends a message to your closest friends to wake you up.
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Day #13:
Organize your daily activities, get yourself together, and keep a daily record of your personal performance with Routinery, Grid Diary App, or Moment.
Day #14:
A baseball or basketball game with family or friends.
Day #15:
Explore the community center in your area; you'll likely find recreational activities of interest.
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Day #16:
Free concerts. Universities and parks often host live performances; research and enjoy the rhythm of what you find.
Day #17:
Give your kidneys and body a hand and drink a large glass of water every mornings (you can add a few drops of lemon).
Day #18:
Call a friend you haven't spoken to in years.
Day #19:
Leave any extra work at the office.
Day #20:
Wake up early and watch the sunrise. It sounds extremely romantic, but it will genuinely improve your mood.
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Day #21:
Turn your home into a restaurant. The idea is to invite five of your best friends to eat together. You provide the place, and they bring the dishes.
Day #22:
Listening to a podcast costs you nothing. For a review of the latest finance news and events, we recommend Motley Fool Money or The Tape. For personal finance topics, How to Money, So Money with Farnoosh Torabi, and BiggerPockets Money are very good choices.
Day #23:
Start writing a book. Fill it with anecdotes that make you laugh and moments when you felt truly alive.
Day #24:
For at least for today, give up those habits that do no good for you (checking your phone all the time, staying up late, eating fried foods, and stop following your ex's posts).
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Day #25:
Prepare your outfits and plan your menus for the upcoming week. If you do this, your week will be much more productive.
Day #26:
Children are the future, so teach them something or have a fun conversation with them. There's always one nearby.
Day #27:
Start a debate or reading club.
Day #28:
Apply the Pomodoro method.
- List your pending tasks in order of importance.
- Set a timer and try to complete your first task in 25 minutes (without distractions).
- If you don't finish in time, take a 5-minute break after the first 25 minutes and then work for another 25 minutes, followed by another 5-minute break, and so on.
- It really works!
Learn more details about this method in this article.
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Day #29:
Listen to Noisli and mix different sounds (air, thunder, fire, water). You can listen to your mixes to sleep better, concentrate, read, meditate, etc.
Day #30:
Use your time to clean up your social media accounts like Facebook, Twitter or Instagram and unfollow people who no longer talk to you or inspire you.
In conclusion
As you can see, it's not about buying a Ferrari, traveling by helicopter, or attending Paris Fashion Week.
By following these recommendations, you’ll discover 30 of the easiest different ways to be happy. No complications, no elaborate protocols.
In the words of our good friend Dmitry Golubnichy (Author of the book "Can You Be Happy for 100 Days in a Row?"): "Simple things in life will always bring you more happiness, and the reason is that you don't have to spend a single penny to get them".