With the Pandemic droning on with no end in sight it is really important to find those little things to really brighten your day. It could be something as simple as listening to your favourite song or going for a walk
A recent survey asked people what kind of simple pleasures they had to help put a smile on their face.
There is a top 50 but for time sake let’s go through the top 10
- Listening to your favourite songs
- A nice dinner
- Watching your favorite movie
- Finishing a really good book
- Doing exercise
- Spotting a species of bird you’ve never seen before
- Seeing flowers and trees blossom
- Wearing an outfit that makes you feel good
- Home cooking
- A match on Hinge (or other dating sites) with someone you’re attracted to
- Stunning views
- Going to the beach
- Not having to set the alarm at the weekend or on a day off
- Getting a delivery in the mail
- Dining out
- Finding money you had forgotten about
- Laughing out loud at a film
- Having dinner made for you
- Staying in bed on a Sunday morning
- Making someone smile or laugh
- Sound of rain on the window
- Having a picnic
- Hearing the wind blow through the trees
- Being somewhere new
- Sleeping in a freshly made bed
- Receiving a compliment from a stranger
- Swimming outside
- Discovering new food
- Feeling the sun on your face
- Playing sport with friends or family
- Waking up to sun
- Donating to charity
- Getting a cuddle from your children
- Meeting new people
- Buying fresh local food produce
- Hearing nothing but birds tweeting
- Payday
- Cake
- Having a coffee/tea in bed
- People watching
- Putting your out of office on as you head off on a vacation
- Smell of toast in the morning
- Spontaneous outings
- Long walks
- Playing a musical instrument
- Sleeping in a big incredibly comfy bed
- Wearing a new pair of socks for the first time
- Having a gossip or catchup with friends
- Being in the countryside
- Seeing a butterfly
What are your favourite simple pleasures in life?
