What brings me joy? Figuring out what brings you joy seems like a tricky question, but for me, it’s quite simple. I realized that it’s always the little things. This can be a moment, a smell, or an activity. Here are five things that bring me joy in no particular order.
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Blogging
Being laid off gave me time to really work on my blog and Instagram which is something I enjoy doing. Blogging is my release, and creating content brings me joy. I also realized that going into an office 5 days per week is not for me. Still searching for a remote job wish me luck.
Related: Why I Started A Blog + How I Gained Confidence
Family
There is nothing like family. I love spending time with my family whenever I can, this also includes friends who have become family. Spending time with the people that I love brings me joy because we all have a true connection. It fills me with joy to know how these people are doing, and how I can be of service to them. They also help me become a better version of myself and they are my biggest cheerleaders. If you are reading this you know who you are!
Alone Time
As much as spending time with family fills me with joy, so does being alone. I mean completely alone, there are times when I enjoy not talking to another human. This allows me to recharge, gather my thoughts, and spend time with me. A lot of introverts need this time to regain energy because socializing can often be draining. During this time I like to write in my journal and jot down the thoughts that fill my mind. Do you keep a journal?
Related: The Benefits of Keeping A Journal
Fresh Coffee
The smell of a freshly brewed cup of coffee brings me immense joy! The smell alone is indescribable, I am not sure what it is, but I love it. You know I drink a cup every morning. There is no other way to start the day for me, coffee is needed in order for me to function properly. When I smell coffee I picture myself on my future deck enjoying the sunrise. How do you like to drink your coffee?
French Fries
If you know me for real, you know I love potatoes. I can eat potatoes fried, roasted, baked, scalloped you name it! The crunchiness of french fries does it for me y’all, it brings me joy. I actually do a happy dance when I eat fries lol.
BONUS: Clear Skin
You know I had to mention something about skincare! A good skincare routine that gives me clear skin honestly brings me joy. I guess it’s result driven because there’s nothing better than finding something that actually works!
Skincare Favorites
There are so many things that bring me joy, but believe it or not, it’s the small things. The small things in life are more important than we all realize. Eating good food, or drinking a fresh cup of coffee can change your mood even it is just for a moment. What brings you joy? Let me know in the comments!
xx,
Brianna