NOW HERE’S HOW TO SAVOUR THE REST OF THE YEAR...

DON’T OVERDO YOUR FAVOURITE THINGS

‘If you have, say, a beloved sandwich, resist ordering it every day,’ advises Jordi. ‘Treat it like a special occasion once a week.’ In one of his studies, people who gave up chocolate for a week savoured it more and experienced a greater mood boost when they ate it again compared with people who could wolf it down at will.

REVEL IN OTHERS’ BLISSFUL MOMENTS

Your husband nailed an important work project? Great! Responding actively has been proven to boost bonding, says Jeffrey. Show your enthusiasm and ask follow-up questions (‘What was the best feedback?’). One study found couples who make a point of responding to each other’s good news in a constructive, engaged way are happier than couples who don’t.

BUDGET TIME FOR HAPPINESS

Schedule little breaks that are gratifying, not just relaxing, says Jordi. For example, take a stroll under the spectacular night sky instead of just zoning out in front of the TV.

TAKE A PHOTO IN YOUR MIND

If you snap a mental picture of an unexpected delight, such as your kid’s face as she scores a winning goal, and memorise the way you feel, you can replay those images in your mind later and instantly rekindle the same positive emotions.

LEAP FOR JOY

Go for it – even if you’re in the middle of the supermarket aisle. Demonstrating how you feel with gestures can intensify the positive experience, says Fred. Laugh out loud, jump up and down, smile widely – evidence has shown that each of these actions can make you feel good.

Start a ‘daily memories’ album on your phone to scroll through when you need a smile.