I have kept a very long document on my computer of things that make me happy. I started in back in high school and when times got rough, I would pull up the document and start thinking about things and it would put me in a better mood. I've kept the list going, and it's fun to go back and to see how things have changed, but mostly how the majority of them continue to make me happy. Always remember that your happiness is the most important thing in the world. Make a list of your own. Find out the things that make you happy and go out and do them! Alas, I share with you, 50 things that never fail to make me happy.
1. God.
2. Mountains.
3. Curling up in bed after a long day.
4. The relief after crying.
5. When someone hugs you really tightly.
6. Coconut oil.
7. Performing.
8. Corn on the cob in the summertime.
9. Laughing so hard my stomach hurts.
10. When someone is holding me.
11. Singing really loudly in the car by myself.
12. My family.
13. Looking at myself in the mirror and being happy with my reflection.
14. Road trips, both with friends or by myself.
15. When people play with my hair.
16. The water and going on my dad's boat.
17. When dogs lick my face.
18. Night swimming.
19. Writing down my thoughts.
20. Feeling my nails right after I get them done.
21. The feeling after a good workout.
22. Driving home after a really good night.
23. The first kiss with someone.
24. Strawberries.
25. When my mom kisses me on the cheek.
26. When I buy new clothes and hang them up in my closet.
27. When a stranger compliments me.
28. Making a new friend.
29. Traveling.
30. Learning about different cultures.
31. Truffle fries.
32. Decorating my room.
33. Feeling my legs right after I shaved.
34. Elephants.
35. Thinking about my future kids and husband.
36. "The Office."
37. Driving with the windows down and your arm resting in the sun.
38. When my brother tells me he loves me.
39. New Zealand.
40. Working really hard on something and getting a good grade on it.
41. Brunch on a Sunday morning.
42. Taking my bra off after an exhausting day.
43. Holding someone's hand.
44. Malibu.
45. Red lipstick.
46. Walking into friends' houses without knocking.
47. Football games.
48. Christmas morning.
49. Hearing people's stories.
50. Iced coffee from Dunkin' Donuts.
It can be a little thing or a big event, but remind yourself of the things that instantly make you smile.
