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Pay someone a compliment - Let somebody know that you appreciate them by giving them a compliment. They're sure to light up!

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Listen - Ask about someone else's life. Make the effort to listen to them, and give advice if it is asked for. Try and be as supportive as possible.

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Keep a journal -

Just making regular journal entries about all you have to be grateful for in life is a fantastic way to give you a fresh new perspective.

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Write about how you feel -

Sometimes you will have a bad day, and sometimes there will be obstacles. Even if you don't keep a daily journal, writing down how you feel when faced with challenges in the moment can be cathartic.

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Give a good tip -

If you feel like you have been given great service, make an effort to leave a good tip! Often people in service jobs are not well paid and they will appreciate it!

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Make a charitable donation - There must be things in your closet or attic that you don't really want. Why not take a bit of time to give them away to somebody more in need than you?

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Volunteer - There are many opportunities to volunteer in your local community. Whether that is picking up trash, or helping out in schools or hospitals, it's all worthwhile!

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Give blood - Blood donations will always be useful to other people. If you happen to have a rare blood type, that's even better!

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Visit elderly relatives - If you have any elderly relatives, take some time to visit and talk to them. If you don't have any, there are ways you can do similar activities through volunteering.

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Eye contact - Make a conscious decision to keep eye contact with people in conversation. Not doing so is rude, and people will think that you are bored by them.

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Apologize - Don't be afraid to apologize, if you believe it is called for. You, and the person you upset, will feel so much better.

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Help a stranger - Take the time to help somebody with directions or heavy bags. They will certainly appreciate it, and it won't cost you anything.

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Sharing is caring - Why not share some food, or lend your friend a great book? You could even share some of your time by doing something nice for someone else.

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Thank people - This may sound obvious, but ensure that saying "thank you" is a major component of your vocabulary! It will show people that you appreciate them.

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Smile! - Smiling makes others more comfortable in your presence, and it helps you to come off as confident! Even forcing a smile can make you feel much better.

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Spend time with friends and family -

There is nothing better than being surrounded by those you care about the most. Make an effort to do it as much as you can.

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Take time to clean - The atmosphere in which you live is very important to your well-being. Respect it. Also, if you are someone else's guest, take extra care to respect their space.

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Reflect - We can't expect to be happy all the time, as life will throw many difficult challenges our way. But try to stay positive throughout, and reflect on both the good and the bad.

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Pay it forward - Why not pick up the tab for somebody, even a stranger? And if they thank you, just ask them that they pay the favor forward to someone else.

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Take some photos - Photos are a great way to capture memories. They also act as a great chronicle, especially for children, as they grow up in no time!

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Don't complain too much - If you are constantly being negative and irritable, you will certainly upset other people. You will also make yourself feel worse in the process.

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Be patient - Other people will irritate us from time to time. It's inevitable. But take a breath, and take a step back before reacting badly. Patience is a virtue!

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Share someone's interest with them - If you know somebody who has a passion for something, why not offer to give it a go? They will appreciate the effort and you may end up doing something interesting!

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Buy someone a spontaneous gift - It doesn't have to be Christmas or somebody's birthday. Sometimes giving for the sake of giving is a fantastic way of letting someone know that you care.

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Give a hug - Sometimes a big hug really is exactly what is required to make someone feel warm and loved. Actions can certainly speak louder than words.

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Do someone a favor - You don't need to be rewarded for everything you do in life. Surprise someone by doing them a big favor and helping them out.

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Be conscious of the environment - Recycling is an obvious way to be eco-friendly. Be aware of your carbon footprint and try to reduce waste as much as you possibly can.

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Love yourself -

You need to be kind to yourself. Self-reflection and constructive self-criticism are great, but don't be afraid to reward yourself for the positive things.

See also: Life lessons you can learn from introverts

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