As you read this list take a few moments to think about each one, before going on to the next one. They are simple ways to enjoy the joys of life.
- Falling in love.
- Laughing so hard your face hurts.
- A hot shower.
- No lines at the supermarket.
- A special glance.
- Getting mail.
- Taking a drive on a pretty road.
- Hearing your favorite song on the radio.
- Lying in bed listening to the rain outside.
- Hot towels fresh out of the dryer.
- Chocolate milkshake … (or vanilla … or strawberry!).
- A bubble bath.
- Giggling.
- A good conversation.
- The beach.
- Finding a 20-dollar note in your coat from last winter.
- Laughing at yourself.
- Eye contact with a hot member of the opposite sex.
- Midnight phone calls that last for hours.
- Running through sprinklers.
- Laughing for absolutely no reason at all.
- Having someone tell you that you’re beautiful/good looking.
- Laughing at an inside joke.
- Friends.
- Accidentally overhearing someone say something nice about you.
- Waking up and realizing you still have a few hours left to sleep.
- Your first kiss (either the very first or with a new partner).
- Making new friends or spending time with old ones.
- Playing with a new puppy.
- Having someone play with your hair.
- Sweet dreams.
- Hot chocolate.
- Road trips with friends.
- Swinging on swings.
- Making eye contact with a cute stranger.
- Making chocolate chip cookies (and eating them…!).
- Having your friends send you homemade cookies.
- Holding hands with someone you care about.
- Running into an old friend and realizing that some things (good or bad) never change.
- Watching the expression on someone’s face as they open a much-desired present from you.
- Watching the sunrise.
- Getting out of bed every morning and being grateful for another beautiful day.
- Knowing that somebody misses you.
- Getting a hug from someone you care about deeply.
- Knowing you’ve done the right thing, no matter what other people think.
So what have you done lately to help yourself feel good? Try some, you might like them!
