[Follow Along] Boosting Affiliate Earnings for International Day of Happiness – Let’s Make Joy Pay!

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Hey everyone!


Welcome to my follow-along thread, where I’ll be diving into a unique angle for affiliate marketing that aligns perfectly with an uplifting global event—the International Day of Happiness on March 20. My goal? To promote meaningful offers that spread joy, add value, and of course, increase commissions.


I’ll be sharing my strategy, affiliate picks, angles, and results over time. If you’re looking for a themed campaign to test or just love the idea of monetizing feel-good vibes, stick around!

Why International Day of Happiness?​

First, a little context: this day was established by the UN in 2012 to highlight happiness as a key human goal. Every year, people across the globe take time to reflect on joy, well-being, and connection. That’s our opening.


Instead of running the usual cold product push, I’m using this occasion to align promotions with themes like:

• Self-care
• Connection
• Mindfulness
• Kindness
• Outdoor activities
• Experiences over stuff

Let’s face it—people love buying things that make them feel good. And this is the perfect opportunity to frame offers around that desire.

My Plan: Affiliate Promotion Ideas That Spread Joy​

Here’s how I’m tackling this campaign:

1. Inspire Positivity on Social Media​

Social platforms get flooded with motivational quotes and good vibes on March 20.
My promo angle: Gratitude journals, message-sending apps, digital greeting cards—anything that helps users pass on positivity.

2. Promote Online Wellness & Events​

Many people celebrate with yoga, group meditation, or mental wellness activities.
My promo angle: Meditation platforms, virtual yoga classes, wellness event tools.

3. Push Acts of Kindness​

Giving gifts, donating, or volunteering is happiness fuel.
My promo angle: Gifts that give back, charitable product lines, personalized kindness boxes.

4. Go Outside​

Nature boosts joy—period.
My promo angle: Travel offers, eco-conscious gear, outdoor subscriptions (picnic kits, hiking boxes, etc.).

5. Bring People Together​

Game night, dinner, or a cozy movie—real happiness is in quality time.
My promo angle: Meal kits, digital grocery delivery, games, shared experience boxes.

6. Self-Care for the Win​

Physical and emotional health are major happiness pillars.
My promo angle: Vitamins, beauty tools, skincare, sleep accessories, aromatherapy.

What Makes People Happy (According to Research)?​

I’m basing some offer picks on stats from recent happiness reports:

• 85% say trying new things boosts joy.
• 62% value deep personal connections most.
• 55% enjoy online shopping, especially for gifts.

That last one is golden for us affiliates.

My Top 10 Affiliate Programs for This Campaign​

These are the offers I’m currently testing or planning to include:

1. Foreo – Beauty tech products like face massagers and cleansing tools.
2. Strawberrynet – A go-to for cosmetics and skincare fans.
3. Shopee – Perfect for wide-range consumer goods across Asia.
4. Nike – For those promoting fitness and feel-good apparel.
5. Radisson Blu – Travel lovers deserve a happiness getaway!
6. Klook – Experiences, tours, and local adventures.
7. AliExpress – Affordable products, perfect for gift-style promotions.
8. Alibaba – For bulk buyers and B2B audience (unique angle!).
9. Bath & Body Works – Scented self-care and relaxation items.
10. Victoria’s Secret – Loungewear and body care for comfort lovers.

All of these work well with happiness-themed messaging and can be blended into various content formats—from blog-style posts to IG reels.

Tracking My Results​

This thread isn’t just about sharing ideas—I’ll be tracking everything:

• Traffic sources (I’m using social media + a small email list)
• Conversions by vertical
• Creative approaches (images, short-form videos, quotes, etc.)
• Engagement vs. conversion metrics

I’ll post regular updates here as things roll out, including what works and what totally flops (because we learn from both, right?).

Final Thoughts (for now…)​

This campaign is an experiment in emotional affiliate marketing—appealing to what people feel instead of just what they want. And I believe the International Day of Happiness is a seriously underrated opportunity for affiliate marketers.


If you’re running similar campaigns or planning something around March 20, feel free to chime in. I’d love to share ideas, creatives, and feedback.


Let’s see if spreading happiness can also boost earnings.


Stay tuned—and happy promoting!