Have you ever wondered what exactly you’re doing with your life? At some point, everyone struggles with the question of where they’re headed and how they can work to improve themselves. No, it’s not necessary for you to have a midlife crisis to have that epiphany but once you do, you’ll be adamant on working on yourself. Remember, it’s never too late to work on improvements. Here are some random tools that would work wonders on developing your life for the best.

Checklist

Start with a checklist. Note down everything that you think should be worked on and one by one work on improving them. Checklists help to put your tasks in order and keeps you more focused at the point that you should be dealing with rather than losing focus. If you’re not interested in making one, there are several apps that would do the job for you. Apps are much better options because you also have the option of putting in reminders so you always remember what to do. While it might seem like checklists are only applicable in case you have some task, it is a very useful tool for self-improvement.

Books

Books are food for the mind so if you’re not much of a reader, you can start by grabbing a magazine or comic and read those. For the people who tend to lose their books a lot or even lose focus on the pages, grab a kindle! E-books work just as well and would definitely open your mind to new perspectives every day. This random tool works especially if you decide which books to read, you can start by reading up on educational or self-help books. They’ll help you in your endeavor of improving your lifestyle.

Apps

Technology has taken over everything so instead of using it as a way to waste time, you can download apps that help you get further in life. Here are some apps that will really prove to be useful for you:

Ø Unstuck

This app helps you solve problems and motivates you to see the bigger picture. It has digitized coaches who help to understand your problems and get to the root of the solution.

Ø Brightnest

Checklists were mentioned earlier as a way to improve your lifestyle. One of the apps that works in a similar way to checklists is “Brightnest” that organizes your life and helps you focus on the real important tasks at hand.

Ø DayOne

People used to write in diaries before, now you can use the digitalized version and keep track of your life. This digital journal helps to boost your mind and also improves your writing skills in the process.

These random tools are excellent ways to initiate improvement and gain the best rewards. You can try out several different apps as well as the ones mentioned earlier and get the motivation to move ahead. Remember, self-improvement starts with you moving ahead so leave the past behind, focus on the present and you’ll be rewarded with a bright future!

What is the one thing that makes you happy? For me it’s helping random people and seeing a smile on their face. Every person has their own reason behind their happiness but sometimes, you need to dig a little deeper to identify that change in yourself that has the power to make you happy.

The “Happiness Project” is a toolbox designed by Gretchen Rubin that focuses on boosting happiness. Is that even possible? Yes, anything is possible if you believe in yourself and are dedicated to changing your life for the better. The Happiness Project Toolbox offers you eight tools that you need to master, in order to achieve peace and the path to empowerment.

Following are those eight tools explained and how to use them:

1. Personal Commandments

Personal commandments are vital in guiding your life to the right path. What is it that you value the most? Make a list and write your overachieving principals. Now, pick one and commit yourself to it. Set rules that you can follow and with time, push yourself to see your strength.

2. Create an Inspiration Board

Who inspires you? Your mother, father, a celebrity, a school teacher or someone else? It doesn’t even need to be a person; it can be a thing too like photographs, books or paintings. Use your idol and make an inspiration board with items that move you. For me it’s negative art. There’s just something about the empty white spaces that soothe me and allows me to think.

3. Resolutions

My resolutions revolve around entertainment. At least once a week, I rent movies and binge watch series. Resolutions are not just about improving yourself but also a way to score yourself on concrete evidence that you are taking steps towards your happiness.

4. Group Resolution

Everything seems brighter and better when you have a friend by your side. Email your friends to become a part of your resolution. My group resolution of bringing happiness to the elderly by volunteering in old age home include five people who constantly encouraged me on my cause and helped me stay on track.

5. Lists

Wish list, to-do list, favorite things list, etc. boost your efficiency. They make you more productive and allow you to see the world in a new light. You appreciate things and people around you more. My list on ‘things to do before I die’ helped me live a more adventurous life and experience things that made me happy.

6. One-Sentence Journal

The purpose of one-sentence journal is to note down important moments in your life. Don’t elaborate on the occasion; just jot it down in one sentence with date and time. The exact moment will help you recall them vividly, which will bring a smile on your face. My journal is mostly about the milestones my son has achieved because he’s the center of my universe.

7. Secrets of Adulthood

Share something with friends or random people an experience that made you happy. What are the hard times you faced in life? How did you overcome them? Share them openly and spread the wisdom.

8. Happiness Hacks

What are your shortcuts to your happiness? Share them with others and encourage them to share theirs publically. It can be as simple as eating outside or hanging out with your mom.

Happiness knows no rules and the more you spread it, the more you will experience it yourself. The short burst of sunshine you feel in your heart when you do something unexpected, is called your happiness that has the power to change your future and faith.