Welcome to the Good Life Chronicles, where living a good life takes center stage.
We all want to be happy. But if you’ve ever tried to “just be happier,” you know how impossible it feels. Happiness isn’t something you force — it’s something you practice.
Think of it like physical fitness. You don’t get strong from wishing you were strong. You get strong by showing up, lifting the weights, running the miles, or taking the classes. Mental fitness works the same way. If we want to feel happier, we need to practice the habits that create it.
As I mentioned some weeks ago, that’s what the Dubai 30x30 Happiness Challenge is all about: 30 days of simple, practical, science-backed activities to train your brain for greater happiness. (If you want to follow the physical challenge, check the official Dubai 30x30 Fitness Challenge here).
Why It Matters
Too many of us drift through life in a low-grade fog. We aren’t unhappy exactly, but we aren’t thriving either. This is the danger of languishing — it tricks us into thinking “OK” is enough, when in reality, we’re missing out on the richness of life.
Research shows happier people don’t just feel better — they do better. They live longer, get sick less often, and recover more quickly. They have stronger friendships and marriages, perform better at work, and even make better financial decisions. The evidence is clear: happiness is one of the smartest investments you can make in yourself.
How It Works
The Challenge runs from November 1–30, alongside the Dubai 30x30 Fitness Challenge. Each day you’ll practice one habit — from optimism to kindness to mindfulness — and reflect on it in your Playbook. These small actions, done consistently, build the mental muscles that protect you against stress and open the door to joy and meaning.
Here’s how to join:
đź“• Get your Individual Playbook from Amazon here (and if you're from Canada, lucky you, a special price here!)
🖊️ Use the daily space to reflect and track progress
👨‍👩‍👧 Involve your kids, partner, friends, or keep it as your own journey
📲 Follow along with me on Instagram @Dr_Louise_Lambert and share your progress with #Dubai30x30.
The Bottom Line
A happier life doesn’t come from waiting for circumstances to change. It comes from choosing daily habits that make you stronger, more resilient, and more joyful.
👉 Join me for the 30x30 Happiness Challenge and let’s prove together: happiness is not a luxury. It’s a habit.
What's one habit you swear by that adds quality and joy to your Good Life?
Share it in the comments here or below depending on your platform. Remember to sign in to leave a comment.
While you’re here!
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Why not learn the skills of happiness? Sign up to my course here, where I share scientifically tested strategies to help you build a better life. You can also “gift” the course to others.
Have a great week!
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