Post written by Leo Babauta. Follow me on Twitter.

If there’s an underlying theme throughout Zen Habits, besides simplifying your life, it’s finding happiness.

I’ve written dozens of articles on different ways to be happy, but it all boils down to one thing: be happy now — don’t wait for it.

Still, for those who want more depth, I’ve compiled a couple dozen of my favorite happiness articles from the archives. I hope you enjoy them! (If not, you’ve missed the point.)

• 18 Practical Tips for Living the Golden Rule
• Feeling Down? 7 Ways to Pick Yourself Back Up
• Savor the Little Things
• Peaceful Simplicity: How to Live a Life of Contentment
• The Art of Doing Nothing
• Calm as a Monk: How Equanimity Can Save Your Sanity
• A Guide to Escaping Materialism and Finding Happiness
• Why Living a Life of Gratitude Can Make You Happy
• A Guide to Cultivating Compassion in Your Life, With 7 Practices
• 75 Simple Pleasures to Brighten Your Day
• How to Accept Criticism with Grace and Appreciation
• A Simple Method to Avoid Being Judgmental (yes, that means you!)
• How to ‘Let It Be’ When You’re Upset » Continue your journey »