25 Positive Instagram Accounts To Follow

Have you ever got on social media to catch up with what's going on only to find yourself feeling terrible as you read about negative stories or people bragging about their wonderful lives while you feel broken?  

I know I have and so I wanted to compile a list of positive social media accounts you can follow to get a hit of happiness and inspiration as you look at your feed, instead of feeling drained by it.

(By the way, if you find yourself getting dragged down in comparison, read my post on how to stop comparing yourself to others.)

This post focuses on Instagram, but if you find this list useful, I'll make some lists for other popular social media platforms as well.  Click on the headings to see the accounts in Instagram.  Let me know what you think in the comments below!

Littlearthlings

Beautiful drawings and heartfelt words, what more could you want?  Littlearthlings' posts are so good for the soul, making me feel understood and like a hug at the same time.

Journey To Wellness

Another account with beautiful drawings, this time of cute, cartoon like girls sharing wise words to brighten your day and help you on your path of happiness and self-development.

The Happy Newspaper

I love this creation!  A place where happy news is shared to give you feel good vibes or add some laughter to your day.  We definitely need more of this when the mainstream news channels focus on mostly bad news.

Positively Sparkly

Positively Sparkly shares an image with inspiring words everyday, often in bright colours to help add a bit of sparkle to your day.  Who doesn't want more sparkles?

Her Life Her Business

Liz is a wealth of inspiration, not only in the posts she shares but also in her story of overcoming the odds of a rough start in life to now living her dreams. She is super encouraging to anyone trying to follow their passions!

Self-Care Is For Everyone

Not only do I love Self-Care Is For Everyone's message, they share fun, upbeat and often bright posts that make my mind happy 😊

Resilient App

Resilient App is a great blog full of plenty of advice on how to live a happier life and their Instagram account delivers plenty of the same - inspiring and happy boosting words. 

The Just, Girl. Project

The Just, Girl. Project is helping to build girl power vibes on Instagram with inspiring words in happy colours.  Join the tribe of girls and feel the love!

Positive Body Image

Our body image often plays a huge role in how we feel about ourselves, so it's great to see these posts reminding you that you are amazing, regardless of what your body looks like.  Bring the good vibes on!!

Mindful In May

Mindful In May is a month-long program about strengthening your mindfulness through meditation and other practices (I'm undertaking my first Mindful In May this year but already know I'll be doing it again next year!).

This account conveys the same sense of inspiration and understanding that the program does with helpful tips on working towards more positivity in your life.

Ali Living Simply

Ali writes an inspiring blog on developing positive mental health and has carried this over to her Instagram account which is full of beautiful words as well as beautiful pink themed posts!

Dare To Live SOS

Yvonne comes across as down-to-earth and caring. She shares uplifting posts to help shift you to a more positive mindset.

The Official Happiness Is

Ah, these posts make me laugh with their cartoon characters! But they also remind me of things that brings me happiness - which is so easy to forget when we are anxious or stress...

Sunny Bloom Inspiration

Sunny Bloom Inspiration spreads positivity with bright colourful posts that can't help but lift your mood!

Compass My Life

Allison Sue of Compass My Life is passionate about helping you to grow and reach your goals. I love how genuine and insightful she is!

My Self-Love Supply

A great account that consistently posts positive messages to help you on your self-love journey!

Positively Present

Positively Present creates bright, colourful illustrated posts that spread positive happiness and self-love throughout your Instagram feed.

Hey Amber Rae

Amber's posts are fun and remind me to check-in with myself regularly. She's the author of Choose Wonder Over Worry and her posts reflect that message.

Chronically Cheerful

Carolyn adds colourful posts with tips for living a positive, cheerful life. I love the energy behind her account, it is so motivating!

Her Growth Game

These posts are targeted at goal getters and boss babes, with a pink and black theme to empower and motivate you to go after your dreams.

Magnificent Mindsets

Magnificent Mindsets shares fun and inspiring posts to empower and brighten your day.

Positive Headspace

Here you will find daily positive thoughts about yourself and the world around you, helping you to develop and maintain a healthy headspace.

Jess Sharp

Jess shares beautifully inspiring posts that remind us that everything is going to be okay and we are stronger than we think. Her posts always make me feel like doing something creative as well!

The Zen Space

The Zen Space is a calm account spreading their share of positivity via their Instagram feed.  The images are often unique and thought-provoking as well.

Law Of Attraction Tribe

Whether or not you believe in Law Of Attraction and manifesting, the quotes and posts this tribe share are upbeat and inspiring.

Proud Happy Brave

I'll admit, I'm not always the most consistent with my own Instagram account, but I always try to make the posts positive and helpful with words of encouragement and understanding.  Come and join in the fun!

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I hope this list has unearthed some positive Instagram accounts for you to follow and use to boost your mood and grow your happiness.

Let me know if you find some other positive Instagram accounts worth following and I'll add them to the list!