Gratitude, Happiness, Self Love

Tuesday Tip: Do more of what makes you happy

Amanda

May 26, 2020

Although I’ve been sharing motivational posts every Monday for the past several weeks, you may have noticed that I didn’t this week. Yesterday was Memorial Day, a day where we take time to honor, thank, and remember those who fought bravely and made the ultimate sacrifice for the sake of our freedom. I was also able to spend some much-needed time with my family.

I have to be honest, I felt a little guilty about not sharing one of my traditional Monday posts yesterday. However, I did not at all feel guilty about spending the time I would have spent writing, with my family taking advantage of the beautiful weather that the holiday weekend blessed us with. I was very happy, and realized how important it is that we all do more of what makes us happy, whenever we can. So this week, instead of a motivational Monday post, I’m substituting a Tuesday tip:

Do more of what makes you happy.

Please don’t misunderstand, writing for this blog makes me happy. I find much joy in sharing my thoughts and ideas with you, however I couldn’t pass up an opportunity to spend time with my family (which also makes me vastly happy). I don’t at all regret my decision, however I still felt a little guilty, so I worked to replace that guilt with gratitude toward the little experiences that happened over the weekend:

  • Taking morning walks with Erin.
  • Spending time and sharing meals with my family.
  • Watching birds; bluebirds, orioles, finches, cardinals, and more.
  • Drinking coffee on my parent’s porch.
  • Helping my mom plant her vegetable garden.
  • Remembering and being thankful for friends, past and present.
  • Catching up with my grandparents.
  • Watching more competitive baking shows (I told you I was addicted).
  • Curating content that inspires me.
  • Being mindful and grateful; being completely present while recognizing and understanding the importance of each fleeting moment.

I am so thankful for what this weekend offered me: happiness, love, family, support, comfort, gratitude, and more. It is so important for our well being to find happiness, to live happily, and to share in the happiness of others. Do more of what makes you happy; you won’t regret it.