Happiness and Joy – 18 things in 2018

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?

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Crystal Tracy

Crystal Tracy

Crystal Tracy comes to us from Layton, Utah. She is married and has two beautiful children ages 13 and 8, she also has two puppies Harley and Raven. Crystal loves spending time with her family and being active. Crystal enjoys the outdoors and loves to camp. She enjoys reading and continual learning and growth. She loves to express herself through writing and to create blog posts that share her learning and growth. Crystal is passionate about helping to create a better life one thought at a time. She currently is a manager where she is working to create a better culture with employees as well as customers. She plans to continue her passion in helping others through her business Thoughtfire to inspire and lead others to create a better life.

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