Have you ever stopped and wrote about what brings you
joy? This past month I have really tried to slow down my fast pace and stop to
think about and enjoy all the things that bring me joy. I also have found
myself reflecting on the things that bring happiness into my life. 😊
What is the difference? This is something I have pondered about and have become
hyper sensitive to what it is that brings me these great emotions…
Gretchin Rubin: A writer and podcaster (not sure if that is
a word 😊) talks about what 18 things she wants to do
in 2018 that brings her joy or what will make her life easier (in turn make her
happy). I now have a list of my own – of 18 things in 2018. What would your
list include?
Happiness – comes in moments- a good joke or a great treat-
the things below bring me happiness:
1.
Having all the lids match in the Tupperware
drawer, or all the socks have matches from the laundry.
2.
Having a clean home!
3.
Laundry done, or dishes washed (If both were
done it’s a bonus 😊)
4.
Eating a nice dinner and feeling refreshed!
5.
Working hard and feeling my body get stronger…
6.
Noah makes his bed the first time I ask – not
the fifth! 😊
7.
Seeing progress in my hard work, and setting new
goals when Plan A doesn’t work
Joy for me… (Joy that is long lasting! Sustainability)
1.
Noah and Abbi’s laugh.
2.
Swimming in Jenny’s Blue eyes – knowing I am
understood and loved.
3.
Feeling the love of God in his creations around
me- Waterfalls, Mountains, and Outdoors.
4.
Tender mercies reminding me that there is so
much more to life than just what we see… (finding a dime on the ground).
5.
Connecting to those I love and sharing moments
of vulnerability, knowing I am safe.
6.
When I write and realize God is using me for an
instrument to share his message.
7.
Giving my time and means to someone to make
their life better.
In my study I have found that Joy is brought about in our
life as we live in a state of gratitude. (Brene Brown’s work).
I was thinking, what is it for all of you… what brings you
happiness, in comparison to Joy? What are your thoughts? And if you were to
construct a list of 18 things to do in 2018 – what are some of your items?
