If You Want to Be Happy, Do These Things in Your Home

We all want to be happy, and sometimes it's the simple things in life that will make the biggest difference. Our friends at Country Living Magazine have put together some easy, yet effective ways to make your home, and your life a little brighter. Try these scientifically proven mood lifters - I think you'll find these small things are a great excuse to smile!

• Green or Yellow Walls -  these two colors symbolize happiness
• Fresh Flowers - triggers happiness and feelings of emotion
• Sentimental Photos - evokes feelings of calmness and well being
• Vanilla Candles - vanilla is an uplifting scent
• A Journal - writing down your innermost thoughts is rewarding
• Pets - it's no accident that they are called 'man's best friend'
• Floral Scents - boost your feelings of happiness
• A Bed That is Made - starts your day off on the right foot
• Less is More - cut the clutter for a calm and happy life