HomeSelf-Esteem & ConfidenceSelf-Esteem Booster of the Week: Make a Happiness List Terri Lomax June 4, 2013 1 Comment A happiness list is a list of things that’ll make you happy when you’re sad. While this activity is a short-term happiness fix, it comes in handy when life suddenly demands your upbeat spirit. Keep your list in a safe place and refer to it when you need a boost of joy.