New study uncovers the everyday ‘little wins’ that spark joy, giving Brits a ‘happy glow’ of 74 minutes

New research announced today has revealed the everyday ‘little wins’ that spark joy, with getting an extra hour in bed (28%), enjoying a relaxing glass of wine at the end of the day (16%) and even and even getting into fresh bedding at the end of the day (37%) making up Brits top picks.

As the nation continues to adjust to a slower pace of life it seems that us Brits are taking the time to appreciate the simple things, as the study, commissioned by Barefoot Wine, confirms that over half the nation (54%) have found more joy in everyday ‘little wins’ during recent months than ever before.

It appears little wins can equal big reward, as the research reveals that Brits enjoy up to three such wins a week on average, giving them a ‘happy glow’ for 74 minutes each time – that’s almost 4 hours of happiness a week. The findings also revealed that one fifth of Brits admitted to actively seeking out ‘little wins’ to boost morale, while over 60% confirmed that an unexpected joyous moment has the power to help them forget anything negative going on around them.

In a time when a little happiness goes along way, 86% of Brits believe it’s more important than ever to appreciate the little things in life. The study shows that one in four hope to experience a ‘little win’ such as waking up to sunshine (43%) at the beginning of the day, in order to boost their mood. Other everyday moments such as waking up and realising it’s the weekend (24%) and finding a forgotten bottle of wine (13%) keep people positive for at least 69 minutes and deserve to be celebrated.

Like other successes, when it comes to celebrating a ‘little win’ or achievement, over one fifth of the nation reward themselves with a refreshing glass of wine to mark the occasion. Over half of Brits can’t wait to share such moments with loved ones, with 53% phoning a partner or friend to share the news and a fifth celebrating further with a positive post on social media. Surprisingly, one tenth even admitted that experiencing a ‘little win’ is better than spending time with their other half!

A spokesman for Barefoot said: “Now more than ever it’s important that we appreciate the little moments in life and this research shows that celebrating the ‘little wins’ can really make a difference –  whether that’s starting the day with sun, having a weekend lie-in or winding down and having a glass of wine at the end of the week.

“Barefoot Wine has always been about celebrating positivity and raising a glass to the everyday little wins, which is why we’re encouraging people all around the country to raise a ‘virtual cheers’ every Saturday to celebrate the little things with family and friends.”

Barefoot Wine “Top 50” list of ‘Little Wins’:

1. Finding money in an old coat pocket (48%)
2. Waking up to sunshine (43%)
3. Receiving an unexpected gift in the post (40%)
4. Getting into fresh bedding at the end of the day (37%)
5. Traffic lights turning green as you approach (33%)
6. Watching the sunset (33%)
7. Completing a to-do list (32%)
8. Completing a DIY task by yourself (31%)              
9. Winning a lucky dip on the lottery (31%)
10. Getting a compliment from a stranger (30%)
11. Getting an extra hour in bed
12. When your favourite song comes on the radio or playlist
13. Getting a free item in your takeaway
14. Finding a forgotten stash of chocolate
15. Receiving an online delivery earlier than expected
16. Putting comfy clothes on at the end of a busy day
17. Seeing a happy dog on a walk
18. Completing a gardening task successfully
19. Waking up thinking it’s a weekday but realising it’s the weekend
20. Getting the last parking space in a car park
21. Receiving a call from a long distant friend or family member
22. Being thanked for helping a neighbour
23. Finding out it’s a four-day working week
24. Fitting into a pair of jeans you’d forgotten about
25. Getting a new recipe right
26. Keeping a plant alive
27. Seeing the item you need fully stocked in the supermarket
28. Parallel parking on a first attempt
29. Waking up to a heart-warming text
30. Having the exact amount of change to pay for something
31. Remembering to cancel a subscription before the free trial ends
32. Having an umbrella in your bag when it starts raining
33. Completing a food shop without forgetting any items
34. Completing a home workout
35. Waking up on a ‘good hair day’
36. Having a crisp, refreshing glass of wine at the end of the day
37. Having a surprise date night with your partner
38. Getting a product upgrade in your online food shop
39. When your favourite box set returns
40. Waking up just before your alarm
41. Finding a forgotten bottle of wine
42. Winning a virtual quiz
43. Getting likes on your social media post
44. Taking a ‘good’ selfie first time
45. Getting a personal best time for a run
46. Painting your nails without smudging
47. When your child sleeps through the night
48. When your kids play happily together
49. Finding that your favourite bottle of wine is in stock
50. Loading the dishwasher perfectly