Happiness manifesto

Experts believe they have found the essential ingredients to make a person's life happier. In an unusual three-month experiment, six specialists from a variety of disciplines worked to improve the happiness levels of a typical  UK town. The experts tried and tested 10 simple measures in the quest for happiness.   Plant something and nurture it

Take time to talk - have an hour-long conversation with a loved one each week Phone a friend whom you have not spoken to for a while and arrange to meet up Give yourself a treat every day and take the time to really enjoy it Have a good laugh at least once a day Get physical - exercise for half an hour three times a week Smile at and/or say hello to a stranger at least once each day Cut your TV viewing by half

Spread some kindness - do a good turn for someone every day

Count your blessings- at least five times at the end of the day

....it works for me!