100 Things That Bring Us Happiness In Our Daily Lives
Looking for happiness and how to find it always seems to be the talk of the town no matter where we go. But sometimes we look so far and dig so deep that we don’t see what has been there all long. Don’t look for happiness in only the big things, don’t look for happiness in the future and you know what? Don’t look for happiness, period. Recognize that it already exists in the present, it comes along with all the little things that matter, that make a difference. It exists everywhere at any given time. So, sit back and reflect on this list I have created of 100 Things That Bring Us Happiness In Our Daily Lives:
1. A good read that gives us useful insight, whether it be a novel, newspaper article, research paper, etc.
2. Your favourite song on the radio
3. Studying something you are interested in and passionate about
4. Learning something new and exciting
5. Vacation
6. Taking a small break to do something you love
7. Ice cream
8. Dessert of any sort
9. A long distance phone call from a loved one
10. Bear hugs, big, tight, I-don’t-want-to-let-go types
11. Your pet waiting for you at the door after a long day
12. Working out and the feeling you get after
13. A child’s innocent smile
14. Going for a walk without a set destination in mind
15. Long drives
16. Cooking a healthy delicious meal
17. Cooking for someone else
18. Spending the night in with good movies and a bottle of wine
19. Baking
20. The package/letter you’ve been waiting for finally arriving
21. The smile on your parent’s face
22. Sitting back and enjoying the day just because
23. Spending the day inside a book store
24. A good cup of coffee
25. The smile on the face of a loved one
26. A big breakfast
27. Getting out of a class, meeting, appointment, etc early
28. A text from an old friend asking how you are
29. Pointless conversations at 3am
30. Meaningful conversations at 3am
31. Capturing a special moment on camera
32. Receiving free products in the mail
33. Painting
34. Loving someone more than you can explain
35. First snowfall of the year
36. Satisfying a craving
37. Sales on your favourite product
38. Freshly cleaned, crisp bed sheets
39. A good cup of tea and a book
40. Writing
41. Finding money you forgot about
42. Fresh flowers
43. Passing a really tough level in a video game
44. Genuinely feeling happy for someone else
45. Apologizing
46. Inspiring someone
47. Holding someone’s hand
48. Fresh air after being stuck inside all day
49. Receiving an apology
50. Mornings when you wake up and feel completely energized
51. Payday
52. Making a new friend
53. Proving someone wrong
54. Proving yourself wrong
55. Freshly baked cookies
56. A new haircut
57. Letting go of people and things that hurt you
58. Watching cartoons in your pyjamas with a bowl of cereal
59. Not caring what people think
60. Baby animals
61. Old people in love
62. Young people in love
63. The window seat
64. Ocean waves
65. Finding something that you thought you had lost
66. Surprise visits
67. Finishing a task on time and to the best of your ability
68. Dinner at your favourite restaurant
69. A glass of water
70. Alone time
71. Spending time and catching up with childhood friends
72. Good and friendly customer service
73. Exploring a new town or city
74. Watching old videos
75. Looking through old pictures
76. Receiving a long letter or text from a loved one
77. Being recognized and appreciated for your hard work
78. No class on Monday mornings
79. Putting a smile on someone’s face
80. Singing out loud to your favourite songs
81. Dancing like nobody’s watching
82. Random compliments
83. Bubble baths and candles
84. Cuddling
85. Knowing someone looks up to you
86. Re-runs of your favourite sitcom
87. Having someone who listens and understands
88. Your best friend
89. Siblings
90. Babies
91. Sitting inside the comfort of your home surrounded by your family
92. Helping others and making a difference
93. Sleeping without an alarm
94. Knowing your loved ones are proud of you
95. An organized desk and room
96. Mom’s home made food
97. Finding true inspiration
98. Having an intellectual conversation with an elder
99. Moment where we kick back and let ourselves slide
100. Memories - because they mean everything and they should always make you smile