The most important caveat of the saying "Create A Good Day" is the first word of the sentence. "Create" is purposefully substituted for the oft-used word, "Have." The reason for the switch is that the word 'Have' implies that whatever type of day you're going to occur is not going to be under your control. It's more of a hope, or a wish, than an encouragement. I've even heard people say "Hope you have a good day!" as a salutation. Of course, these people aren't trying to make a bold statement and are more than likely simply being polite; but the message it sends goes against one of my core beliefs and that's why I had to switch it up.
The definition of the verb "Create" is 'to make or produce; to cause (a particular situation) to exist' according to Webster's Dictionary. It implies that you have control over whether you have good day or a bad day. Of course, your first thought may be that you cannot control everything that happens to you, and you're completely correct. I cannot control that the car in front of me is driving 10 miles under the speed limit, that I had to work the entire weekend, or that my vehicle's battery was dead when I went to start it this morning; but what I can control is how I react to those situations.
In any of those situations, I have the choice of allowing that negative situation to ruin my outlook for the rest of my day, creating a negative snowball effect that gets worse and worse as the day goes on. On the other hand, I can look at the situation and realize that I cannot control what's happening, but I can control how I respond to it. Instead of being frustrated at the 90-year-old lady driving 10 miles under the speed limit, I can be thankful that I have a job I can be late to work for. A lot of people don't have jobs. Another option is that I can appreciate that the woman in front of me is someone's grandma and although I'm frustrated with her, how would I want someone to treat my grandma if she were driving down the highway?
Whatever you have to do to 'Change Your Mind' as Sister Hazel sings about, is what you need to do. Realizing that you have the power over how every situation affects you and your day is a very powerful change in thinking. It isn't an overnight switch though. It takes practice and patience, but it is well worth the effort. Being able to create good days rather than being the punching bag of circumstances can change your life, one day at a time.
Below are 50 tips to help you create a better day, starting now.
- Count Your Blessings Instead of Sheep
The quality of sleep you get the night before can affect your mood the following day. So, if you want to create a better day tomorrow, you have to make sure that you think positive things before you go to bed at night. Do not dwell on the bad things that happened to you during the day. Instead, Count the blessings that you do have; and do not be fooled into believing you have too few. The very fact the you're able to read this and use the internet puts you ahead of a majority of the world. - Every Day is a New Day
The first thing that you should say to yourself the moment you wake up is that today will be great. Know that you have control of what kind of day you will have. You may not have control over what happens to you, but you do have control over how you respond to it. Treating every day as a new day and positive one will give you a positive attitude and a winner's outlook. - Wake Up a Few Minutes Earlier
If you want to get out of bed at 6AM, set the alarm for 5:45 and then allow 15 minutes for your body and mind to adjust and wake up. At 6, hop out of bed! Waking up late and rushing through things will increase your heart rate and simply stress you out. On top of that, you'll inevitably forget to do something and then stress about that too! Add some 'breathing room' into your morning routine and start the day off relaxed and prepared instead of rushed and frantic. - Take It Easy
Take things easy. Breathe deeply and slowly. If you are feeling rushed, take a deep breath and remind yourself that in the big scheme of life, being a minute late is pretty small. - Plan the Things You Need to Do
It is always a good thing to try to keep a list of the things that you ought to do or accomplish for the day. If you are forgetful, you should write these things down. Aside from the things that you need to do at the office, you also need to remember those that you need to do for your family or friends. Write them all down so that you can manage your time wisely throughout the day. - Get Some Inspiration
Do not expect manna to come down from heaven. If you want to create a better day, you have to make a conscious effort to achieve things. Give yourself a boost with some inspiration. Be sure to read, listen or watch something that can perk your day up. Zig Ziglar says motivation is like bathing, don't expect it to last more than a day or so before you need it again. Find the source and use it regularly. - Eat a Healthy Breakfast
Your mood for the day can actually be affected by the things that you do and eat. In order to jump start your day and prepare your mind and body for the busy day ahead, you need to have a power breakfast. Make sure that you eat something healthy. Whole grains, protein, and fruits can surely give you the nutrients that you need to do the things that you need to accomplish for the day. 
Get a Workout in
Getting your sweat on will help in jumpstarting your system and releasing endorphins. If you wake up sluggish, you need some exercise to perk up your day. Besides, working out will obviously give you a positive tomorrow too for multiple reasons including health, longevity and better appearance.- Pay Attention to your Hygiene and Appearance
One of the things that people are conscious about is their appearance. To ensure you won't feel insecure, make sure to take a bath, wear clean clothes and pay attention to your face and grooming. If you know that you look presentable, you will feel empowered and confident. - Compliment Yourself
Say good things about yourself. Do not be afraid to compliment yourself once in a while. However, be careful not to be conceited because people hate narcissistic individuals. - Adopt a Positive Attitude
Before you step out of the house, make it a conscious effort to be positive in all things you do. Tell yourself that you will stay positive throughout the day. - Exert Some Effort to Smile
Studies show that smiling, even if there is no reason to do it, can lift up your mood. Besides, a smile can make you look even more attractive. - Try Not To Be Reactive
There is a tendency for men to react to everything negatively, especially on the road. Thus, you should try not to be reactive, especially when you are driving. If somebody cuts you on the road, just let it pass and think that the other guy may be having a bad day. Or just be please that you are not as rude as that individual. - Count to Ten to Keep You from Exploding
If you think that you are going to get mad, count to ten to calm your nerves. This will let some steam out. - Think before You Act
Many people end up feeling remorse after they have done nasty things without thinking. To prevent feeling guilty and remorseful, think first before you do something. - Don't Take Things Too Seriously
Not everything that you hear people say about you should be taken seriously. Some people just like being nasty so you should not get affected with what they are saying. - Be More Attentive to People
In order to minimize altercations or misunderstandings, it would really be a good thing to listen attentively to what others are saying. Being attentive will also help you come across as being sincere, thus making you more likable. Of course, don't do it for the sake of being likable. Be genuine in it. - Look at People and Situations in a Positive Light
You really can't prevent bad things from happening. Sometimes shit does happen. In order not to let these things ruin your day, try to look for the silver lining in everything. - Give Compliments to Other People
Make a conscious effort to compliment other people. This will help build better relationships. Just make sure that you are complimenting them genuinely. - Manage Your Time Wisely
A good day can turn bad if you feel stressed out. Thus, manage your time wisely to ensure that everything that you need to do can be accomplished with time to spare. - Take a Break
To prevent being burned out, you should take a break once in a while. Try walking around the office or doing some stretching while you are in your desk every time you are feeling a bit drained. - Deal with Things the Mature Way
Do not be petty and do not act like a child. You are an adult so try to do things maturely. - Laugh a Lot
Laughter can pick up your mood. Just do not laugh at other people's mistakes. - Consider Input from Other People
Take time listening to the suggestions and inputs of other people. Even if you are the manager or head of your department, you need other people's contributions too. - Grab Fruit Instead of a Bar of Chocolate
Fruits can surely wake you up in the middle of the day, whereas a bar of chocolate will just give you energy spike for a few minutes. So, you will end up feeling even more tired and sleepy. - Always Do Your Best
You will not have regrets if you know that you have given your all in everything that you do. - Don't Wallow in Sorrow and Defeat
Nobody is perfect and sometimes you need to experience losses and defeats to learn. Instead of wallowing in self-pity, use these negative things to make you a better person. - Stay Away From Negative People
Negative people can just pull you down so there is really no point in spending your time with them. Stay away from them whenever possible. If they happen to be your mates, seek to inspire them. If that won't do, perhaps it's time to find yourself new mates. - Be Courteous and Kind
Doing other people some good will give you a warm and fuzzy feeling. And also make you more likable. - Build Bridges and Develop Friendships
Having enemies can surely drain your energy, whereas building friendships can make your support team bigger and stronger. - Be Careful with What You Say
It is often hard to take back the bad things that you say, so you need to be careful with your words. - Take Time to Stop and Appreciate
You can enhance your mood by counting your blessings and seeing the good in other people, things or situations. - Learn to Pace Your Energy
You need to be careful with energy bursts and crashes. Try not to exhaust yourself in the morning because you will surely have a nasty and tiring afternoon if you do. - Incorporate Exercise Throughout the Day
Exercise can give you a “high” because endorphins are released after a good workout. - Wear Comfortable Shoes
It is very hard to stay positive if your feet are hurting. I've seen too many of my female friends wear heels that hurt their feet just because they look good. - Drink Plenty of Water
Dehydration can cause lethargy. So avoid it at all costs. 
Pay Attention to What You Eat
Eating junk food can contribute to mood swings. So eat moderately.- Go Easy on the Coffee
Too much coffee can make you nervous and fidgety. - Treat Yourself
Be sure to give yourself small rewards every time you did well. We all need to give ourselves a nice pat on the shoulders to give ourselves a little encouragement. - Plan the Next Day before Going Home
Before you head home, make a list of the things that you need to accomplish in the office the following day. - Spend Quality Time with the People You Love
Don't take anyone for granted. Sustain your relationships. Spending quality time together is the best way to keep and improve relationships. - Keep in Touch With Friends and Family
If you live alone, calling your loved ones or just dropping by to say 'hi' can lift your spirit as well as theirs. - Have a Hobby
To keep your mind off your work, do something that you love outside your office work. Learn to play the guitar, take some photography courses, or read a book. - Have No Regrets
You cannot go back in time so you cannot undo the things that you have done. Instead, make a conscious effort to make things better in the future. - Keep a Journal
Writing things and ideas down can help you to keep track of your goals and remember things you've learned and observations you've made. And it can also help you figure out new directions for your life and then guide you as you go. - Take a Relaxing Bath
After a stressful day, a relaxing bath and a book can help you go to sleep comfortably. - Prepare the Things You Need Before You Go to Sleep
This will help make tomorrow less stressful because you won't feel at a lost of what to do. Being prepared always help you to stay focused and assured. - Get in the Mood to Sleep
Do the things that can help you go to sleep early because a restful sleep can help you improve your mood for the next day. Reading a book before bed or listening to soft music helps me to sleep better. - Make Love
Making love can also release endorphins and help you have a good night's sleep. Plus, it helps to improve your relationship, which is pretty integral to a good day. - Go to Bed Early
Try to go to bed early and get enough sleep to prepare yourself for the day ahead tomorrow. You don't want to wake up the next day feeling like a zombie.