英語小練習：20個提升幸福指數的小瞬間(中英雙語)

　　It"s time to tap into your everyday joy.

­　　是時候挖掘一下你每天的樂趣啦。

­　　Big moments in life — weddings, births, new jobs, graduations — are special, but appreciating the smaller, daily occurrences can really maintain your happiness.

­　　生活中的重要時刻——婚禮、誕生、新工作、畢業，無疑都是特別的，但是對日常生活中發生的那些不起眼的小事報以感激，可以真正讓你保持快樂。

­　　Here we"ve rounded up some tiny, joyful moments that never fail to lift everyone"s mood. There"s glee to be found in even the smallest circumstances:

­　　這里，我們整理了一些一定會使每個人情緒高昂的快樂小瞬間。甚至在那些最不起眼的境況中，也會發現快樂：

­　　1. When your boss gives you a compliment. Genuine compliments are way more meaningful than superficial praise. If your boss gives you sincere accolades for your work on something, you know they mean it.

­　　1、當你老板稱贊你的時候。真正的稱贊是比膚淺的表揚更有意義的方式。如果你的老板因你的工作表現而真心稱贊你，你知道他們是認真的。

­　　2. An upbeat conversation with a stranger. Research shows that social interactions with strangers can boost feelings of happiness.

­　　2、與陌生人的一次愉快對話。研究表明與陌生人的社交互動可以增加幸福感。

­　　3. Finding a parking space in a crowded lot.

­　　3、在一個擁擠的地方找到了一個停車位。

­　　4. When the weather is perfect. That skip in your step on a spring day isn"t all in your head. Studies suggest weather has an influence on your mood.

­　　4、當天氣非常好的時候。春日里，你走在路上時輕快的蹦跳并不是你腦海中所想的。研究表明天氣會影響你的情緒。

­　　5. Taking a warm shower. Ahhh. Not only is it relaxing, it may help regulate your body temperature for better sleep.

­　　5、來一次暖和的淋浴。啊啊啊~淋浴不僅能使人放松，而且可以幫助你調節體溫、改善睡眠質量。

­　　6. When your favorite artist comes out with new music. Music has a direct influence on your mood — even sad songs can evoke positive emotions. Turn the volume up.

­　　6、當你最喜愛的音樂家出新專輯的時候。音樂能直接影響你的情緒——甚至悲傷音樂也能激發積極情緒。把音量開大點。

­　　7. Finding money in your pocket. It"s like your own miniature version of winning the lottery.

­　　7、在口袋里找到錢。這就像你自己的彩票中獎迷你版本。

­　　8. When you finally get some peace and quiet. A little silence is good for your soul. Research suggests it could relieve stress and give your brain a much-needed break.

­　　8、當你終于平靜一些的時候。沉默一會兒對你的心靈是有好處的。研究表明它可以釋放壓力并讓你急需休息的大腦放松一下。

­　　9. Snail mail. There"s just something about a tangible invitation or letter that brings glee. It"s way better than your inbox — which inevitably stresses you out.

­　　9、郵寄信件。一些有形的邀請或信件會帶來歡樂。這是比電子郵件更好的方式，因為（電子郵箱中的）郵件必然會讓你緊張。

­　　10. The first few moments after a fresh snowfall. Is there anything more serene?

­　　10、剛下過雪的那一瞬間。還有什么比這更能使人平靜的嗎？

­　　11. Crawling into bed with fresh sheets. There"s just something about a well-made bed that instantly puts your mind at ease.

­　　11、爬上鋪著新床單的床。一張鋪好的床瞬間就讓你覺得舒適。

­　　12. When you cut a mango or avocado perfectly around the pit. Sweet, sweet success.

­　　12、當你完美地沿著果核切開一個芒果或牛油果的時候。甜蜜的成就。

­　　13. When someone surprises you with flowers. Any expression of gratitude — whether you"re on the giving or receiving end — can improve your well-being.

­　　13、當某人用鮮花給你驚喜的時候。任何致謝——不論你是給予的一方或收獲的一方——都能增加幸福感。

­　　14. When you recognize someone wearing your favorite team"s jersey or in another country. Hive fives all around.

­　　14、當你發現有人穿著你最喜愛隊伍的隊服或是在另一個國家看到這樣一個人的時候。跟周圍的人擊掌吧~

­　　15. The feeling you get after booking a trip. Start packing. Research shows planning a vacation can boost your happiness.

­　　15、在預定了一趟旅行后你體會到的感受。開始打包。研究表明計劃一次休假可以增加幸福感。

­　　16. Listening to a baby giggle. Honestly, there"s no better sound in the world. Go on and laugh with them — studies show laughing can boost your happiness and even lower your blood pressure.

­　　16、聽聽嬰兒的笑聲。老實說，世界上沒有比這更動聽的聲音了。聽著并跟他們一起笑吧！研究表明大笑能增加幸福感，甚至能降血壓。

­　　17. The look on your pet"s face when they see you. Now that"s unconditional love. Research shows pet ownership makes you happier.

­　　17、當你的寵物看到你時他們臉上的表情。那就是無條件的愛。研究表明擁有寵物能增加幸福感。

­　　18. Having a really good date with a loved one. It could be a significant other or just your best friend. Hanging with the special people in your life can reduce stress.

­　　18、跟你喜愛的一個人來一次真正美好的約會。可以是對你很重要的一個人或者只是你最好的朋友。跟你生命中特別的人一起閑逛能減輕壓力。

­　　19. When your food comes at a restaurant. One word: mouthwatering.

­　　19、當在飯店里你點的食物上桌的時候。一句話：令人垂涎。

­　　20. The moment when you realize you"re incredibly content. A day with no complaints? That"s the good stuff. Happiness looks good on you.

­　　20、當你意識到你非常滿足的瞬間。一天都沒有抱怨？那很不錯。你幸福的樣子看起來很不錯。