Looking up at a sky full of stars is not only a meditative exercise that helps you feel more calm and centered, it also teaches you perspective. Contemplating the vastness and distance of space and the universe gives you a new angle on your life and problems . . . and stargazing helps you discover the beauty of nature too. Stargazing can also be a kind of meditation; the calm peacefulness of gazing up at the stars helps quiet your mind and the stresses of your day. As an additional bonus the time spent outside, even as little as twenty minutes, will also be a big happiness booster.