50 questions for a happy day

photo by Dorothée King

In our fast-paced world, it is easy to get caught up in roles or hamster wheels. Daily self-reflection can be a powerful tool for staying connected, understanding you true preferences , and living a life aligned with your values. Below is a set of 50 questions designed to help you pause, reflect, and gain clarity on your emotions, goals, and well-being.

1. What do I want to eat today? 

2. What can I let go? 

3. What would I do today if the approval of others didn’t matter? 

4. What would I do today if money didn’t matter? 

5. What would I do today if time didn’t matter? 

6. Who do I want to call today? 

7. Which appointment can I cancel today? 

8. What can I do just for myself today? 

9. How can I breathe in and out mindfully? 

10. When will I practice yoga today? 

11. When do  I go for a run today? 

12. When do I go to the forest today? 

13. Who do I want to meet for a cup of tea soon? 

14. Which book made me happy, and I should read again? 

15. Which movie made me happy, and I should  watch again? 

16. What makes me happy? 

17. What is the desired outcome? 

18. What do I want to achieve today? 

19. What took up too much of my time today? 

20. What am I grateful for today? 

21. Who am I grateful for today? 

22. In what mood do I want to end the day today? 

23. What did I do well today? 

24. What am I really good at? 

25. What motivates me today? 

26. Which roles can I let go of today? 

27. Which values are important to me today? 

28. What was the most beautiful moment today? 

29. Which person surprised me today? 

30. Am I being a good friend to myself today? 

31. Is there something I should say to someone today? 

32. With whom do I want to spend time today? 

33. What does success mean to me today? 

34. What do I want to accomplish today? 

35. What is one of my strengths that I want to focus on today? 

36. What do I want to think today? 

37. How often do I want to laugh today? 

38. How can I create my environment so that I feel comfortable? 

39. What does my body need today? 

40. What does my heart need today? 

41. What does my mind need today? 

42. Who do I want to support today? 

43. How can I love myself even more today? 

44. What would it take to make this day perfect? 

45. What do I want to promise myself today? 

46. What do I want to learn today? 

47. What three small things can I do for my future? 

48. How can I live as if no one is watching? 

49. How can I leave my comfort zone today? 

50. Am I spending my time the way I’d like to?