Go Unlimited with Magzter GOLD

Go Unlimited with Magzter GOLD

Get unlimited access to 10,000+ magazines, newspapers and Premium stories for just

$149.99
 
$74.99/Year

Try GOLD - Free

5 WAYS TO SPARK JOY

Woman’s Day Magazine New Zealand

|

Decemeber 1, 2025

Practise these habits of happy people to fill your cup this summer

5 WAYS TO SPARK JOY

1 FEEL ACCEPTANCE

Stressing about things we can't control is a surefire way to lower your positive vibes.

Overall, happy people accept life isn't perfect and instead of battling wars they can't win - like rain on a picnic or missing out on a promotion - they put their energy into things they can influence, like being flexible and getting new skills.

TRY THIS: The next time something doesn't go your way, look for opportunities rather than just focusing on the negative. What have you learnt? Could there be a better option around the corner?

2 BE GRATEFUL

While it's easier to focus on what we want, optimistic people shine a spotlight on what they have. Rather than taking a loving family, good health and a steady income for granted, happy people take the time to appreciate and show gratitude for all the little things in life.

MORE STORIES FROM Woman’s Day Magazine New Zealand

Woman’s Day Magazine New Zealand

Woman’s Day Magazine New Zealand

WHAT I'M INTO

New talent Harmony Day stars in Kupu X, streaming now on Māori+

time to read

1 mins

Decemeber 1, 2025

Woman’s Day Magazine New Zealand

Woman’s Day Magazine New Zealand

MICHELLE YEOH 'I'M THE ONLY TRUE WITCH!'

The Oscar winner returns in Wicked: For Good, in cinemas now

time to read

1 mins

Decemeber 1, 2025

Woman’s Day Magazine New Zealand

Woman’s Day Magazine New Zealand

No-soak masoor dal

Fresh green chilli adds a distinct flavour to this Indian classic

time to read

1 mins

Decemeber 1, 2025

Woman’s Day Magazine New Zealand

Woman’s Day Magazine New Zealand

GAME, SET... STYLE! KIWI SPORTS STAR'S TRIUMPH

When injury ended her top-level tennis dream, this Christchurch entrepreneur cut herself a new path

time to read

3 mins

Decemeber 1, 2025

Woman’s Day Magazine New Zealand

Woman’s Day Magazine New Zealand

SARAH & DECLAN FIRST COMES BABY, THEN MARRIAGE!

They surprised MasterChef Australia fans when they revealed they were expecting in October, but it seems Sarah Todd and Declan Cleary have more happy news to share.

time to read

1 min

Decemeber 1, 2025

Woman’s Day Magazine New Zealand

Woman’s Day Magazine New Zealand

CAITLIN CRISP'S BABY BLISS 'MEET OUR LITTLE BRUISER!'

The Kiwi fashion designer gets real about the messy magic of new motherhood

time to read

4 mins

Decemeber 1, 2025

Woman’s Day Magazine New Zealand

Woman’s Day Magazine New Zealand

THE TRAITORS

The radio legend reveals her reality TV obsession

time to read

2 mins

Decemeber 1, 2025

Woman’s Day Magazine New Zealand

Woman’s Day Magazine New Zealand

5 WAYS TO SPARK JOY

Practise these habits of happy people to fill your cup this summer

time to read

2 mins

Decemeber 1, 2025

Woman’s Day Magazine New Zealand

Woman’s Day Magazine New Zealand

Anna's dramatic Return 'THE OBSESSION THAT DRIVES ME'

The former Home And Away star open up about family and her unhealthy habits

time to read

2 mins

Decemeber 1, 2025

Woman’s Day Magazine New Zealand

Woman’s Day Magazine New Zealand

RADIO STAR'S DREAM COME TRUE 'I'M HAVING MY BABY IN THE BAY!'

Award-winning RNZ journalist Alexa Cook reveals she's expecting her first child

time to read

4 mins

Decemeber 1, 2025

Listen

Translate

Share

-
+

Change font size