Happiness Calendar: November-2026

Greetings all! 

This November, try something new! I loved the ideas for November 9, 15, 17, and 30 – what about you?

 

November 1 – Make a list of new things you want to do this month.

November 2 – Respond to a difficult situation in a different way.

November 3 – Get outside and observe the changes in nature around you.

November 4 – Sign up to join a new course, activity or online community.

November 5 – Change your normal routine today and notice how you feel.

November 6 – Try out a new way to be active.

November 7 – Be creative. Cook, draw, write, paint, make or inspire.

November 8 – Plan a new activity or idea you want to try this week.

November 9 – When you feel you can’t do something, add the word “yet”.

November 10 – Be curious. Learn about a new topic or an inspiring idea.

November 11 – Choose a different route and see what you notice on the way.

November 12 – Find out something new about someone you care about.

November 13 – Do something playful outdoors – walk, run, explore, relax.

November 14 – Find a new way to help r support a cause to care about.

November 15 – Build on new ideas by thinking “Yes, and what if…”

November 16 – Look at life through someone else’s eyes and see their perspective.

November 17 – Try a new way to practice self-care and be kind to yourself.

November 18 – Connect with someone from a different generation.

November 19 – Broaden your perspective: read a different papers, magazine or site.

November 20 – Make a meal using a recipe or ingredient you’ve not tried before.

November 21 – Learn a new skill from a friend or share one of yours with them.

November 22 – Find a new way to tell someone you appreciate them.

November 23 – Set aside a regular time to pursue an activity you love.

November 24 – Share with a friend something helpful you learned recently.

November 25 – Use one of your strengths in a new or creative way.

November 26 – Try out a different radio station or new TV show.

November 27 – Join a friend doing their hobby and find out why they love it.

November 28 – Discover your artistic side. Design a friendly greeting card.

November 29 – Enjoy new music today. Play, sign, dance or listen.

November 30 – Look for new reasons to be hopeful, even in tough times. 

What action for happiness resonates with you? Have a great week! 

Sources:

1. https://actionforhappiness.org/new-ways-november#download-block-anchor
2. Image: https://www.publicdomainpictures.net/en/view-image.php?image=263010&picture=happiness-key