Don’t forget to laugh at yourself once in awhile when you make a mistake or do something unexpected — it is a humbling experience and reminds you not to take life too seriously. Life is meant to be enjoyed!

Here are some tips on how to tickle your funny bone. Watch a silly movie or TV comedy that you enjoy. Plan an evening at a local comedy club. Find humorous books and articles that interest you.

A good belly laugh gives your heart muscles a workout, improves circulation, fills your lungs with oxygen-rich air, helps relieve pain and counteracts anger and depression, all of which are linked to illness and stress.

Focusing on the positive, even during difficult times, will transform your life. Write a thank you note, express your gratitude to a loved one or offer prayers of thankfulness during your meditation or quiet-time.

Don’t leave the task of counting your blessings only for Thanksgiving Day in November. Each day be grateful for all you have. What you think about consistently brings more of the same into your life.

Those who catalog the positive things in their lives on a regular basis are healthier, happier, more motivated, less stressed and more well-rested. They have more positive and fulfilling relationships with others.

Focusing on all of your inherent gifts and blessings rather than harping on everything that is wrong or unsatisfying can help you to maintain an optimistic perspective. What are you grateful for today?

Lack of sleep is damaging for our emotions and physical well-being. Minimal sleep undermines our body’s ability to deal with stress. Cheating sleep boosts insulin levels, which increases the risk of heart disease.

Shakespeare once wrote that sleep "knits up the raveled sleeve of care." That's a poetic way of saying that sleep repairs and restores the mental and physical damage wrought throughout our stressful days.

Eating fiber-rich, colorful fruits and veggies has the added bonus of beautifying skin, boosting metabolism and elevating mood. When it comes to the best way to eat, "mostly plants" is a pretty safe bet!