10 things making me happy right now
- Sep 6, 2016
- 3 min read
Hey everyone, hope your week has started off on the right track!
In a bid to make everyone start thinking more positively, and have more appreciation of the things you have in your life, we decided to post once a month about 10 things that make me happy right now. Now 10 things may be hard to come up with on the spot, but with some deep reflection you can get there, and should do so at least once a month to realign your appreciation of the universe and project positivity. So here goes my first go at this!
1- My mum. One of the coolest, most chilled people ever. Although no one is perfect she comes pretty close to it.
2- My family. Over the last 5 months I have been through some pretty rough times, and spending this time in Portugal (which is the longest I have spent here) alongside my family has taught me how to love again, has taught me values, and many more things I was in need of remembering.
3- My friends. Along with my family, these last 5 months I have had so much support from a few close friends. It is crazy the amount of love, affection and guidance they have given me whilst being far away. I can not wait to be back to spoil them!!
4- A song called Lights On by FKA twigs (click the track's name to hear the song on youtube). She is a breath of fresh air, and this song is so lyrically beautiful to me. I feel this song on a personal vibe, and not every day do you have such a connection with a particular piece of music. I find it rare these days to find such an appreciation for new music, but FKA twigs did it with this track!
5- Breathing. Breathing is something so simply beautiful. When you are having a moment of stress or sadness just pause your thoughts and focus on breathing deeply in from your nose and out through your mouth. Focus so hard that you remove yourself from all the energies and feelings around you, and thank me later. Bonus if you surround yourself with nature!
6- Warm weather. As I am from London we get about two days of summer a whole year. I love the warmth of the sun on my skin, and the summer days spent in water. I started off the year in London, and soon after moved on to Bangkok. From that point I have been in hot and cold places on and off, I am definitely most happiest in the sun.
7- Exploring! Being in the town my family are all from, I have had plenty of time to explore the nooks and crannies. I love to find things on my own and meet people hanging around. These are usually my favourite stories to tell.
8- Detox tea. Right now I am drinking a Lipton detox tea, combining hibiscus, ash leaf and meadowsweet. It is amazing, you definitely can feel changes within. As someone who always looks for healthy and natural ways of doing things, this is definitely one on the top of my list right now.
9- Writing. Through this blog I have found a calm and relaxing way to help others. I enjoy writing for others to read, relate, and even discuss different opinions. A great way to grow and learn more!
10- Feira da Luz. For those who don't understand Portuguese, that is the Fair of light. Basically every September, my town (or city as they deem themselves) has this big fair with rides, stalls, performers and bars. It is a great way to eat some Farturas (fried dough covered in sugar and cinnamon), bump into family, and have a little dance. I love to dance, so this makes me super super super happy!
So there you have it, the 10 things making me happy right now. Not the easiest of tasks but I hope this has helped you look at some of the bigger and smaller things in your life. Don't forget to show appreciation, in any way you know how, every gesture is mirrored. Share with us what's making you happy right now and don't forget to always aim be happy, T!
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