Happy Friday, friends! 🥳 As summer winds down and back-to-school season kicks off, we're here to remind you that kindness and good deeds never go out of style.

This week's Smileworthy newsletter is packed with heartwarming stories of sibling support, unexpected reunions, and dreams coming true.

Plus, we have a new feature where we provide some tips for leading a happier healthier life. We call it living life more Happily. We kick things off with amazing ways to build better habits…like making that fitness routine stick! Let us know what you think of the new feature by hitting reply.

So get ready to feel inspired, informed and uplifted.

Let’s jump right in…

Quick Lifts 😃

Heartwarming human interest stories from Happilynews.com guaranteed to put a smile on your face.

Supportive Brother Helps Younger Brother Make Baseball Team

Brotherly Love on the Baseball Field! ⚾ Get ready for a major dose of heartwarming sibling support. This older brother goes above and beyond to help his little bro make the baseball team, and their joyful celebration will have you cheering from the sidelines.

Groom's Surprise First Look With Beloved Sausage Dog In Wedding Dress

Tail Wags and Wedding Bells! 🐶💍 This groom's first look on his wedding day was anything but ordinary! His beloved sausage dog, Pennie, stole the show in a custom-made wedding dress.

Dad Bursts Into Tears After Being Surprised With Dream Truck Just Moments After Receiving Toy Version

Dream Truck Surprise Brings Tears of Joy! 🛻 This heartwarming story will melt your heart. A son surprises his dad with the ultimate gift: his dream truck! After years of driving an old car, the dad is left speechless and emotional when he sees the brand-new Ford Silverado.

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Happy Headlines of the Week 📰

It’s not all doom and gloom out there. Here’s some positive news items from publications around the world.

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Live Life Happily 😃

Tips on how to live a happier, healthier life from experts in their field.

🌱 Tiny Habits, Big Changes: Unlocking the Power of Atomic Habits 🌱

Ever wonder how some people seem to effortlessly stick to their goals while others struggle to make lasting changes? James Clear, author of the bestselling book "Atomic Habits," believes the secret lies in focusing on tiny, incremental improvements that compound over time.

According to Clear, habits are the building blocks of our lives, shaping everything from our health and happiness to our productivity and success. By understanding how habits work and making small, strategic adjustments, we can create positive changes that last a lifetime.

Here are a few of Clear's key insights that you, too, can implement into your lives to life more happily:

1. Focus on Systems, Not Goals:

• Instead of solely focusing on the result you want to achieve (the goal), concentrate on building the system of habits that will lead you there.

2. The Power of 1% Improvements:

• Small, incremental improvements compound over time to create significant change. Focus on getting 1% better each day.

3. The Four Laws of Behavior Change:

These laws guide how to build good habits and break bad ones:

• Make it Obvious: Increase your awareness of your habits and design your environment to make desired behaviors easy and accessible.

• Make it Attractive: Associate positive feelings and rewards with your new habit.

• Make it Easy: Reduce friction and make the desired behavior effortless. Break down your goal into small, manageable steps.

• Make it Satisfying: Give yourself immediate rewards for completing your habit, making it more likely you'll repeat it.

4. Identity-Based Habits:

• True behavior change comes from shifting your identity. Focus on becoming the type of person who embodies the habits you want to have. When choosing your lunch, think, “What would a healthy person eat right now.”

5. The Importance of Environment:

• Your environment significantly shapes your behavior. Design your surroundings to support your desired habits. Want better sleep but can’t stop doom-scrolling? - remove your phone from the bedroom. Want to go for a morning jog regularly? - lay out your kit next to your bed the night before. You get the idea.

6. The Two-Minute Rule:

• Start a new habit easily by breaking it down into a two-minute version. If it takes too long, you’re less likely to repeat it and, therefore, stick to it.

7. The Plateau of Latent Potential:

• Be patient. Results often lag behind effort in habit formation. Stay consistent and trust the process.

So, whether you're trying to eat healthier, exercise more, or simply be more organized, remember: small changes can lead to big results.

Ready to transform your life one tiny habit at a time? Grab a copy of Atomic Habits by James Clear and start your journey to a happier, healthier you!

Before You Go…A Video Worth Sharing 📺

📚❤️ With back-to-school season in full swing, we asked real teacher - and friend of Happily - Heather to react to some of the most heartwarming viral school videos on the internet!

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