Permission to be happy? Granted.

The secret to happiness isn't complicated, it's just a matter of prioritizing lifestyle habits you already have.

Research shows that joy is a choice. When you actively engage in things that make you feel happy and well, you're setting yourself up for success -- and overcoming your brain's negativity bias in the process. Simple choices like participating in fulfilling hobbies, staying active and even owning a pet are all mile markers on the road to contentment.

Check out the BuzzFeed video above to discover other (simple!) ways to live your best life. Permission to be happy? Granted.

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