It’s perfectly normal to have a bad day every now and then. There’s nothing we can do to stop it from happening. It’s just the way life goes.
However, instead of feeling bad that things aren’t going your way, why not try working on your perspective? If you try to have a more positive mindset, you’re less likely to be affected by such things.
One thing you can do is to look around you. There are so many things that can make you smile right away if you just pay more attention to your environment and the people around you.
To brighten your day, here are 68 photos that are guaranteed to make you smile in an instant.
This man, a tourist visiting Guatemala, met this young native girl. He picked a few flowers and handed them to her. In this photo, you can see her natural shy reaction to a random act of kindness.
We don’t know the relationship between these two dogs but it doesn’t matter. From the looks of this photo, they have a mutual love for one another. And with a lake as the backdrop, this is one of those pictures you want to share.
A lot of people love going to the park to feed the ducks. But this handsome fellow discovered that a smile goes a long way in getting more food than the others. Way to work it, duck.
No, this isn’t some weird guy who loves collecting stuffed animals. Well, he does collect them but for a very specific reason. You see, this man visits hospitals dressed as Santa Claus and while there, he gives the children a nice gift.
If you’re going to ask someone like Bill Murray to sign your forehead, you’d better be serious. The only question…how’s he going to hide that blue ink? After all, that’s not a pen but a permanent marker.
We just don’t know what for. Perhaps it’s the spilled water on the floor, maybe it has to do with those things around her neck, or it might be she ate the cake. No matter what it is, how can anyone get mad when their dog smiles like that?
Few things are more precious than photos of kids and their pets. Here’s proof. As this little boy cracks up laughing, the dog looks somewhat confused.
At first, it appears this puppy has taken over. He might be small but he’s fierce. But come to find out, the large dog was being gracious. She allowed the pup to have the large bed while she took the smaller one.
While it might be quiet as the only person in the office, it’d also be lonely. Well, this man didn’t want to be at work by himself. So, he took snapped pictures in different poses and locations, followed by manipulating them to appear as if everyone was there…even though they all look like him.
Can you imagine standing on your feet for 32 hours straight to perform your job? What if that entailed removing a tumor from another human being’s brain? That’s what these two surgeons accomplished. The ordeal left them drained but despite that, one had enough strength to give a peace signal.
There’s no sibling rivalry going on there. Instead, this guy talks to his little sister via text messaging to help her with algebra problems. Now, that’s a good big brother.
12. Sorry, this seat’s taken
Sprawled out on the bus stop bench, this cat left the humans no choice but to find another place to sit. So, they opted for the sidewalk. Maybe if they’d asked nicely, this kitty would’ve shared.
After a long day at work, this guy simply wanted to come home and take a nap. And it seems his dog had the same idea. The pup might be comfortable but we doubt his owner will get much rest, especially when he has a paw inside his nose.
In all fairness, dogs don’t have hands. But as you can see, they can wrap their legs around each other. These two pups with something special going on.
Roughly one million people head to Times Square in New York City to celebrate New Year’s. But have you ever wondered who cleans up all the mess left behind? As this photo shows, it’s young men who aren’t afraid of hard work.
Capturing a photo like this only happens once in a lifetime. These two pups love each other so much that they wanted to tell the world. And they did by making a giant heart using their bodies.
It’s somewhat rare to see a cat with such a perfect mustache. But then to have a kitten that looks identical? Just looking at the two, there’s no reason to have a DNA test done.
18. Pet owner of the year
The individual who owns this sweet hamster deserves kudos. Seldom do people go so far as to buy a tiny house that looks just like their pet. It doesn’t get any cuter than this.
19. How are things going down there?
It’s not every day that you get to see a kitty like this. Standing on a glass coffee table with the owner snapping away from underneath gives you a new perspective.
Or in this case, two “peas” in a dinosaur costume. How fun would it be to go trick-or-treating with your best friend who just so happens to be an adorable pup? These two have many more memories to make.
After significant rainfall, a lot of cane frogs appeared. But to reach their destination, they didn’t want to hop. Instead, they chose to hitch a ride from an unlikely friend.
Nurses have a tough job. Especially those who work in the ICU like this one. Determined to lift the spirits of her patients over the Christmas holiday, she came to work like this. What an awesome person.
23. Died and gone to Heaven
To a pup, this would be its best day alive. Considering that dogs can smell more than humans, this is probably driving her crazy. Let’s hope someone gave her a sample.
This young buck was so happy with the apple he was given, he couldn’t stop smiling. Just wait until he gets to the green one. That face is something most people will want to share.
In their minds, doubling the pressure is a sure-fire way for their humans to give in to their demands for food. The larger dog on the bottom must trust the little one because he can’t see a thing.
This couple was raising three baby chicks. One day, the husband sat down to enjoy a hot cup of coffee. To make a long story short…these three-day-old babies decided he had something they wanted…warmth. This is so adorable.
…at least while these professional soccer players were looking. But the minute they focused elsewhere these kids let their true feelings show.
Most bus drivers simply pick kids up before and after school. But this one has a special connection with all the students. So, after asking them what they wanted for Christmas, he delivered.
We can understand someone having their photo put on their suitcase to make it easier to identify at the baggage claim. But when there’s a group of travelers all with the same face on their luggage…and it doesn’t belong to any of them…we’re stumped.
30. So, that’s how you do it
Mozzarella sticks are downright delicious. But if you’ve ever eaten them, you know there’s always a battle with the cheese. This young girl shows how it’s done. It might not be pretty but it’s effective.
For any of you who’ve ever taken calculus, you know how hard it is. A gym employee was struggling until this customer started helping him. During his breaks, the man would show up to assist.
If you have a deer that frequently visits your property, you could do what these people did. Buy it an extra-large bed. Now, he can nap right alongside the dogs that by the way, don’t seem to notice.
Without giving it much thought, a Reddit user posted a photo of their broken paintbrush mug. Unexpectedly, another Reddit user painted the scene on a new mug and shipped it to the individual. Now, that’s a random act of kindness.
34. Practice makes perfect
Usually, expectant parents spend time practicing different technique for diapering and swaddling before the baby arrives. For the latter, this pregnant woman was lucky…she had a perfect subject to practice on.
At first, this photo looks like music notes. But if you look closely, you’ll see it’s a group of cross-country skiers. For musicians, it’d be fun to see what sound they make.
While volunteering at a local animal shelter, this young girl was attacked by a pack of dogs. It’s a good thing they were all puppies that just wanted to give her kisses. She’s having a blast.
Whoever said 78 is old hasn’t met this grandma. For her birthday, she wanted to take a trip to Disneyland and that’s what she did. Remember, you’re only as old as you feel. It looks like she feels about 13. Good for her.
This couple’s dog wanted to get in on the action. If the soon-to-be father gets to feel the baby kick then he does too. This would make an awesome framed photo.
Okay, this hedgehog has a snaggle tooth that makes him look a little bit like Dracula. But we don’t think anyone’s afraid of him. He’s just too cool to be scary.
No, not the human kind but this precious puppy. Since he’s still so young, the owner didn’t want to leave him home alone. All animal lovers will appreciate and understand this photo.
One of the hardest things a parent has to do is allow their child to learn some of life’s lessons on their own. This same rule applies to elephants. While it might look cruel, this momma needed to teach her baby to swim. And she did a fine job.
As this photo shows, humans aren’t the only ones who don’t like to get wet. In Japan, this young boy was kind enough to share his umbrella with a very special friend.
From the minute this seal encountered a scuba diver, it was love. This adorable creature followed him around and couldn’t give and get enough hugs.
Just because you’re stuck at work over Christmas doesn’t mean you can’t celebrate. A group of friends working in a laboratory used items on hand to make a uniquely decorated tree. They also used a periodic table so they could spell out the words “Merry Christmas” in Dutch.
All mothers love their children but this one went above and beyond her normal responsibilities. She crocheted this blanket for her adult daughter. Now, she and her friends have a better way to play their favorite game.
To take a selfie, who needs a human? Just hand the camera to an elephant and you’re sure to get an unbelievably good photo. Even the angle and focus are perfect.
You don’t need fur or feathers to be cute. Just look at this Axoloti, otherwise known as the Mexican Walking Fish. And the Spongebob Squarepants’ pineapple house makes this photo even more adorable.
This boy likes to don costumes when he goes feed strays. As his grandmother explained, it makes him feel like a superhero to cats. At only five years old, he already knows his purpose.
We have no idea who started this but the owner stated this dog and cat had lived together for so long, they do a lot of things the same. That includes sleeping. Every inch of their bodies perfectly mirrors each other.
This would make an excellent Christmas photo. The faux reindeer set close to lighted low-hanging tree branches and you’d almost mistake this as being real.
Initially, seeing something like this might scare you. But one look at that pup’s face and you’d fall in love. Just imagine being greeted each morning by this. What a great way to start the day.
52. The softest bed in the house
Well, in this case, the softest bed outside of the house. This pup looks perfectly content and the sheep don’t seem to mind. What a unique and sweet photo.
Yes, all three of these puppies are as cute as can be. But one of them stands out more than the other two. It has something to do with those super-sized ears and sad-looking eyes.
The size of this baby bunny is so little that you might think it’s a toy stuffed animal. But it’s real and thankfully, this nice man rescued it off his neighborhood streets. This is a great photo to share with someone who needs a pick-me-up.
It might take a second to figure this out but once you do, you realize it’s brilliant. This way, he can carry all of his favorite toys around without the “cone of shame” getting in his way.
We all know that hugs feel good. Whether someone’s having a bad day or celebrating good news, they’re magical. This lucky woman got to experience probably one of the best hugs ever.
This photo is super cool. These boys’ mom bought the older brother’s shirt first. Then a couple of months later, she purchased the shirt for her younger son. Now, they’re one continuous design.
To tell these two apart, you’d have to look closely at every detail. Okay, they don’t look identical but to them, they’re twins. What a precious moment between a child and her dog.
This photo is just of a tiny girl standing next to a rather large capybara, showing it the beautiful swan above. The authenticity of this image makes it a standout for sure.
For years, this 32-year-old woman secretly felt jealous of the cakes younger kids received on their birthdays. Someone must’ve picked up on this because this was the surprise she received on her next birthday.
61. You have to do what you have to do
With so many places closed, finding food has become somewhat more challenging. But this mama and her ducklings knew the right grocery store to visit. They look very comfortable and content.
For a Pug that has cravings for donuts, this doesn’t seem fair. Personally, we hope this pup’s owner bought one and gave him a bite. When it comes to craving sweets, dogs aren’t much different than humans.
More than likely, you’ve seen photos of police officers and firefighters rescuing mama ducks and her ducklings. But what about an elderly lady? To get them to safety, she had to help them cross three lanes of traffic.
This sweet kitty looks like he’s ready to hit the trails with his trusted steed. He’s so small and cute that for a second you wonder if he too is a stuffed animal. This photo is the epitome of cuteness overload.
A lot of people don’t think the Tree Kangaroo is very cute. But looking at this mom and her tiny baby, we have to disagree. That gleam in her eye tells us she’s happy to show off her little one.
66. Daddies and their princesses
Most often, it’s the mom who fixes the daughter’s hair, picks out her clothes for school, and on occasion, paints her nails. But one group of dads wanted to get more involved. So, they learned how to give their girls manicures.
The Chow is a remarkable breed. The round face, tiny eyes, blue tongue, and fluffy fur make a perfect combination. But don’t forget about those cute pads on their feet. Just looking at them you can’t help but smile.
After buying a new puppy, the owners couldn’t find her. They looked everywhere and started to get worried. But eventually, they discovered she already discovered her favorite place in the house.
