Follow These Simple Habits to Give Off & Attract Good Vibes

Reviewed by Seth Hall

Last Updated: April 18, 2024

Everyone needs some fun, excitement, happiness and love in their life, but most do not know how to find it. Lifting your spirit is like healing a serious bleeding wound, sometimes, like you can't stop the blood flow easily or you can't stop thinking about the horrific past easily. Having a good vibe is much about the inside and the outside follows suit. Many a times, harsh experiences draw one away from who they are and from their peace of mind. After having a series of such experiences, one feels a loss of interest and excitement in their happiness quotient. This leads to a sadness and sadder vibes. Read on to find out how to have, and maintain good vibes.

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Reminisce on happy moments.

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Maybe even when your mum said you're pretty, the birth of your first child or when you met your partner, these all make you ecstatic. Write these down. They can be funny times too, like when you saw the most humorous meme in your life, etc. Talk to friends, they can also lighten your mood. Socialising is a huge step in becoming a happy, lively person.^{[1]
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Practice self love.

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Love yourself for who you are.^{[2]
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Get out of the house.

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Go on trips with your friends, your family etc. These days out, weekends away and short breaks will distract you from life's problems and make you feel good. Enjoy life as it is! Forget all your worries and don't refrain from talking to and meeting new people. Also, maintain good hygiene, this will actually affect your mood. Drinking water may make you feel amazing, it's scientifically proven that you'll die without water.

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Explore your passions.

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Find a talent to dive into. Have people told you that you can play the violin really well? Well, why not give it a try? Everyone has talent, for some it just takes longer to find. This will give you hope and maybe even pave a way for you in life, it has for many successful people today. If you feel up to it, why not go in a competition designed for your talent, like a football tournament or spelling bee or go for that promotion. Ask people what they think you're good at, look back at school levels, and incorporate your very own feelings too. This will help you find your talent quicker.

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wikiHow Quiz: What Vibe Do I Give Off?

Ready for a vibe check? Your vibe can say a lot about your personality and how you react to the world around you. Maybe you’re super chill, a bit chaotic, or a little mysterious. So, what is your vibe and what does it say about you? Take our quiz and answer a few questions about your social life and self-image to find out!

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If you asked your friends to describe you in one word, what would they say?

Relaxed. I’m typically the easy-going one.

Loud. I love being the life of the party!

Flirtatious. I can’t go a day without winking at someone.

Indifferent. I generally don’t care what’s going on.

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Think happy thoughts.

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Hide from thinking about dark things, like death and loneliness. Rather, ponder on about friends, that day out, love etc. Maybe, don't watch or read as many horror movies or read so many sad sagas. Replace them with comedy. This will give you a happy feeling and erase away any scary ones about divorced bankruptcy, a loved one dying, being made redundant, not getting into the college or university you were banking on etc.

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Never let anything put you down.

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If someone/thing is bugging you and making you feel nervous, angry, sad or scared, tell someone! Make sure you trust them, and they know what they're doing. Sort it out as soon as possible, this will stop the negative feelings boiling and bubbling up inside you. Make good friends and stick with them.

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Be social.

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Socializing can help you feel happier and more positive.^{[3]
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Be mindful about the energy you bring to an environment. "You are responsible for the energy that you create for yourself, and you're responsible for the energy that you bring to others."

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Accept others.

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If you know that something is wrong with someone else, do not push it on them instead make them feel at ease. Acts of kindness go a long way in clearing any negativity on your path and in your vibes.

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Be forgiving.

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Practicing forgiveness can make a huge difference in your life. There are many people who hurt you and leave you reeling in pain. If you think of them more often then you stand a chance to disturb your sense of peace and seem aggressive. Seek forgiveness for your mistakes and don't hesitate in forgiving those who wronged you in any way. A kinder and forgiving heart opens the doors to clearing your vibes. Moreover, you look more approachable and kind-hearted.

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Read quotes daily.

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Inspirational quotes can have a massive positive impact and make you feel happy. Believe in them, they are words of someone who has suffered like you.
- Reader Poll: We asked 303 wikiHow readers about how they prefer to surround themselves with positivity, and only 12% said by keeping an optimistic quote in my wallet or pocket. [Take Poll] While this can still help you cultivate good vibes, doing the things you love might be more helpful.

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Look approachable to others and be accepting. Pride does not create good vibes.

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The symbol of good vibes is having others like you for who you are. Thus, be okay with who and how you are. Ergo, accept yourself.

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