To appreciate the little things in life.........
*Create daily rituals. For me, I bring my son up into my bed for about an hour every night when I am officially "done" with my day (even if he's fallen asleep for a few hours already) to snuggle and play.
*Drink green tea.
*Burn a nice smelling candle. (I have a lemon cream one going right now).
*Grow flowers. And plants and spices. Walk around outside and water them each day.
*Eat dinner (or breakfast or lunch) outside.
*Take a shower (or bath) with yummy smelling bath products.
*Munch on fresh fruits like cherries.
*Take a walk around the block. Take time to notice little things like trees and plants. Say hi to everyone you pass. (You'd be surprised how many New Yorkers don't do this!).
*Start your day in a coffee shop place and take time to just read the newspaper from cover to cover.
*Wear a bright, fun head-band.
*Clean.
*Sit on the beach or by another body of water.
*Drink one cocktail (for me these days anything beyond that tends to give me a headache or knock me out the next day!).
*Make the bed.
*Make the bed with fun, colorful or mis-matched sheets and blankets.
*Write on bright colored stationary or in a cute notebook at work.
*Keep a bottle of cold water on your desk and drink from it throughout the day.
*Chat with your co-workers as you get up to fill your water bottle from the cooler.
*Change into comfy clothes as soon as you get home from work and all times when you aren't at work.
*Try to find a job that you can dress in comfy clothing that totally reflects your sense of personal style :D
*Have longer conversations about interesting work-related topics with colleagues that you normally don't get to spend a lot of time with. (This really works in establishing good relationships AND in getting stuff easier for some of my clients who can be difficult).
*Walk around a Farmer's Market or produce store and just browse.
*Make a fresh veggie every night with dinner.
*Buy fresh bread a few times a week. Eat it with cheese or dip it in seasoned EVOO for a snack.
*Keep candy on your desk at work.(This is another great way to establish a good rapport with co-workers).
*Try to sit outside and read anything for at least 30 minutes each day.
What are some of the things YOU like to do to feel happy and content?
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