52 Lists for Happiness - Week One

Hello friends! As you know, I've been trying to dedicate this year to getting to know myself, to make decisions for myself that are healthy and loving, and to just become a better person in general. I recently went and walked around Target (and only spent $27 - personal victory), and I found the book 52 Lists for Happiness by Moorea Seal. I knew about her original book, The 52 Lists Project, and I had wanted to pick it up in the beginning of an upcoming year, but the one on happiness just spoke to me.

You've probably figured out that I've abandoned my Bible in a Year posts. To be honest, there was so much that went into every one of those posts, it became more exhausting than enjoyable. I spent hours writing them, and when the content wasn't that exciting, or there was just a lot I got out of them, it grew tiring pretty quickly (hence the reason there are only three).

So, I thought I'd start sharing these lists once a week instead. They're easier and lighter, and can hopefully bring some happiness to you too. Feel free to leave your own lists in the comments, tag them on social media as #52HappyLists, and also tag me! I'd love to see what makes you happy! If you're interested in purchasing this book, you can find it on Amazon and at Target, as well as any place that sells books (probably).

List One: List What Makes You Happy Right Now

• Foggy summer mornings - sun coming up, dew on the grass, neighborhoods still asleep

• Walks/hikes

• Being in nature with Robby

• Trying new things/going new places

• Summer thunderstorms

• Bonfires with friends & s'mores!

• A popsicle after working outside in the heat

• Making others laugh/smile

• Cuddling with Chip & Bagheera

• Watching lightning bugs come out at night

• Growing my own food

• Cooking

• Adventures with my mom

• Reading something that sparks an idea/thought/concept that is bigger than myself/my world

• Camping

• Kayaking/being on or near the water

• Fresh cut flowers

• Feeling strong and healthy

• Playing volleyball

• Visiting my grandparents

• Swimming/chillin' in a pool

• A clean house

• Being told "good job" or affirmed after achieving something

• New notebooks

• Perfectly made tea or iced coffee

• Really delicious breakfast food

Take Action: How often do you actually get to experience these things? Just like learning to read, gaining the wisdom and experience of happiness just takes practice. Let's start now! Take one item on your list and see how you can turn it into a daily practice of happiness.