1 Minute Habit for January 20

I was feeling down after a long day at work when I decided to search for a funny video. I found a compilation of kids telling jokes—and I laughed harder than I had in weeks. That one minute of laughter completely changed my mood. I felt lighter, more energized, and even motivated to cook dinner instead of ordering out. The tension in my shoulders eased. I hadn’t realized how much I needed that laugh. Since then, I’ve made it a habit to laugh intentionally every day. Whether it’s a meme, a goofy voice message with a friend, or just laughing at myself, it works. Even when life feels overwhelming, laughter feels like hitting a reset button. It’s contagious too—my spouse and I now share something funny with each other daily. It’s brought more joy into our home. I never thought of laughter as a habit, but now I can’t go a day without it. And the best part? It’s free, easy, and instant.