Happiness comes in different shapes and sizes. Don’t let the bigger picture steer you away from the small enjoyments of life. Yes, we all have our problems. We all submerge ourselves into our schooling, our college work, and our career; but you can never forget that we do all this to achieve happiness.

Go to the movies on a Monday night and enjoy it. Go eat out with your friends at your favorite Chinese restaurant for a random Wednesday lunch. Take your boyfriend/girlfriend out for a little snack or for some bubble tea. Don’t miss out on the little joys of life because you may never have a chance at it again. Keep yourself happy; it will only come from the little things. Take the time out to walk your dog on a sunny afternoon and play Frisbee with your little cousin. Don’t let work get take over your life; kiss your mama goodbye every morning and tell your other half you love them. Send your grandparents some sweet flowers and buy your daddy a nice tie. All these little reminders spread the love. These little reminders give us the complete happiness that we are longing. Go out and grab a dozen boxes of donuts with your best friend and then consume it all watching a Disney movie. Have as many slumber parties as you want, and don’t forget to order pizza. Your happiness is not limited to the excessive things like a luxury car or an iPhone.

Now, I’m not saying happiness doesn’t come in small or big sizes, but happiness can come from the little tranquil activities that we do on a day-to-day basis. Don’t ever take them for granted. Every day is a gift from God, and the only way to properly enjoy His gift is by appreciating every little thing in life that brings us joy.