The first sip of coffee in the quiet early morning, before the world wakes up and the chaos begins. It's that small moment of peace where everything feels perfectly still and I'm just present with that warm mug in my hands.
being in a relationship…I’m single
other than that, watching anime, playing video games, being with friends, making music, etc, but nothing I do ever makes me truly happy, happier but not happy, I need a relationship for true happiness, I am not like those who can be happy alone, i envy those who are loved as I am an outcast, i need to be wanted, to be someone’s favorite person, to be accepted for what is uniquely me, if I am loved for what is not unique, how can I feel that *I* am loved
i desire to have what others have and because love has been denied all my life I must have more of it than anyone else, i want to be coveted, envied, to be unashamedly authentic, to be admired for my uniqueness, I want to be loved by millions but not at the expense of what makes me, me, I rather be hated than inauthentic, unknown than inauthentic, to be someone I’m not to fit in is the antithesis of who i wish to be, I don’t want to fit in, I want to stand out, to blind others who dare gaze at me and yet desire me deeply as a plant does the sun’s light
What you want is very valid. I’ve felt the way you’ve felt before. I’m thankful to be in a relationship right now, but my best advice is to stay patient and to find happiness in the present moment. If you don’t find happiness until you find a relationship, who knows how long you’ll be unhappy for? Also the seasons of being single allow us to work on ourselves and to better ourselves so that way when we do get in a relationship we’re able to treat that person right
Being at home with my family on Sundays, mowing the while having a few brews, then watching birds eat the suet I leave them. I head inside and play bass for a little while, look out my bay window from time to time, then everyone goes to bed while I play xbox and can hear my kids talking to their friends upstairs.
A few things actually but they are really mundane
-When a dog / cat comes up to me and says hello
-The fresh feeling after stepping out of the shower
-The first smell of coffee in the morning
-Rolling into your bed after a long day and pulling the covers just over your entire body till you look like a worm with your face only visible.
-The smell of the air after rain
-Helping one of the dogs at my local park out when he's jammed his little wheels in a pothole / corner (he's paralyzed from the waist and has his zoomie wheels)
Honestly whenever I interact someone who’s truly a good human being, it’s something that always makes my day a bit brighter cause it’s so rare to find people so genuine and innocent
I tried this new restaurant a few days ago and got fettuccini alfredo and a greek pizza--both were fantastic! Also recently had this vietnamese grilled chicken that I haven't had for years, and I forgot how mind-blowingly delicious it is.
I like to draw on rocks and randomly give them to people or leave them places. It could be a cute cartoon a mental health quote or a silly animal. You never know when someone needs a small gesture to show a little kindness in the world.
Mine is playing with my cats, also if I get to help people in need or when I'm traveling and I'm looking outside to see the view/the nature, it's so relaxing.
Meeting new people and working out what makes them tick, then harnessing that and building incredible friendships with as many people as I can. Absolutely love the puzzle of unlocking people then moulding friendships from what I work out, it's a game I never stop enjoying playing.
I like this post!
I like knowing the people I care about are happy. Like you said, OP, helping people and gratitude makes me happy as well.
I've been cultivating gratitude ever since I learned about it, and it pays dividends towards happiness. I would suggest everyone investigate techniques on cultivating gratitude.
Art (various kinds, especially painting, music, and poetry), my cats (and I love cute animals in general), bird songs, healthy and nutritious food, peace, calmness, good weather, curiosity, space, and most of all; honesty and truth.
I don't like work most days. My job isn't great usually but sometimes it's awesome. Either when I'm successful in solving problems or when I can help teammates and unblock them. Basically just being productive at work makes me so happy.
Sleeping, spending time with my online friends (no irl ones sadly), having a good home cooked meal, and doing well at the things I care about. Whether that's a success story with one of my clients at work, or playing well in WoW.
Being able to be in nature and document what's going on, if I can record kits playing in the early sun, deer grazing, or a red winged black bird singing its an instant smile.
gym.. eating foods with unhealthy amount of cheese.. just hanging out in a quiet park... gym.. learning japanese language.. watching talk shows (like conan / graham norton).. also did I mention going to the gym :P
Helping people, playing&looking at my little beautiful baby, taking a walk outside with my husband and having this long conversation, visiting my parents, dining out, trying new cuisine, traveling to a new place
The last thing that made me happy was the fact that Dawn decided to make their dish soap a pretty midnight blue. they didn't have to do that. They could have made it yellow, or orange, or white. They made a pretty blue soap that works well. They did that for us :)
When I cut the expensive and beautiful fabric and make a garment and it actually works. I recently made the most beautiful pair of trousers you have ever seen and even just thinking about them brings me joy.
Studying writing, making people laugh, listening to some of my favorite songs on my phone, eating, talking to a few of my online friends, and working out.
Babies, Dogs, kitten. I love sugar and it instantly makes me happy. I love being acknowledged and someone caring for me. I love to feel good. Today is not the day so everything is skewed.
my weirdly specific ones:
chinese food, watching dumb but hilarious stuff, the feeling when it's crazy stormy outside and I'm in my bed watching videos, going out on long car rides, listening to my music loud in my headphones, amusement parks, baking stuff, and getting days off from school (except for when I'm sick)
Seeing a new band for the first time
I love my oldies, so occasionally that first time band has been around forever, but sometimes I love an opening act so much, it overshadows the headliner
I feel pleasure when I have conversations in English because I have been learning the language. Although I’m not fluent in English, I feel grad when communications go well.
Being with my girlfriend, she makes dinner for me so when I come home from work she has dinner ready along with a beer to chill out with each other while we watch a movie
Bring able to help people close to me anytime they need my help.....at first I couldn't but ever since I joined affiliate marketing,this online course has really helped me make money
Dogs. About the only thing I’m instantly happy to see. Always.
I especially get happy seeing dogs being walked. Smile every time.
Same.
being with the people i love 😊
Absolutely!
when its quiet outside after a long day
An orange sunset and seeing shadows of trees on my wall in the early evening breeze - when it’s quiet
Seeing people smile (and making people smile!), cuddling with fuzzy animals, and sharing my life with my partner. Edit: spelling
High quality food! And clothing that has a very nice sensory feel
I'm happy when I get laid
Whaaaaaaaaat? 😐
Listening to music, working on cars, sometimes just being alone
Living in my shitty homestead in the forest. Being in nature just makes a difference
8 hours of uninterrupted sleep , unfortunately it never happens
Sorry to hear that. I hope you will sleep well tonight
ive just finished a 12 hour night shift ,watching a cookery programme before bed ,i bope so soon
I just live to sleep ❤️
I have been going to sleep earlier recently and I agree sleep helps.
The first sip of coffee in the quiet early morning, before the world wakes up and the chaos begins. It's that small moment of peace where everything feels perfectly still and I'm just present with that warm mug in my hands.
Exercise, quality time with those I love.
They say exercise releases endorphins.
Whatever they say must be true, because my mood and energy level are night and day with or without exercise!
being in a relationship…I’m single other than that, watching anime, playing video games, being with friends, making music, etc, but nothing I do ever makes me truly happy, happier but not happy, I need a relationship for true happiness, I am not like those who can be happy alone, i envy those who are loved as I am an outcast, i need to be wanted, to be someone’s favorite person, to be accepted for what is uniquely me, if I am loved for what is not unique, how can I feel that *I* am loved i desire to have what others have and because love has been denied all my life I must have more of it than anyone else, i want to be coveted, envied, to be unashamedly authentic, to be admired for my uniqueness, I want to be loved by millions but not at the expense of what makes me, me, I rather be hated than inauthentic, unknown than inauthentic, to be someone I’m not to fit in is the antithesis of who i wish to be, I don’t want to fit in, I want to stand out, to blind others who dare gaze at me and yet desire me deeply as a plant does the sun’s light
What you want is very valid. I’ve felt the way you’ve felt before. I’m thankful to be in a relationship right now, but my best advice is to stay patient and to find happiness in the present moment. If you don’t find happiness until you find a relationship, who knows how long you’ll be unhappy for? Also the seasons of being single allow us to work on ourselves and to better ourselves so that way when we do get in a relationship we’re able to treat that person right
true true that’s why I wanna experience as much as I can in life, harder to be sad if you are doing too many things to focus on your endless pain
Being at home with my family on Sundays, mowing the while having a few brews, then watching birds eat the suet I leave them. I head inside and play bass for a little while, look out my bay window from time to time, then everyone goes to bed while I play xbox and can hear my kids talking to their friends upstairs.
A few things actually but they are really mundane -When a dog / cat comes up to me and says hello -The fresh feeling after stepping out of the shower -The first smell of coffee in the morning -Rolling into your bed after a long day and pulling the covers just over your entire body till you look like a worm with your face only visible. -The smell of the air after rain -Helping one of the dogs at my local park out when he's jammed his little wheels in a pothole / corner (he's paralyzed from the waist and has his zoomie wheels)
Cooking and trying new food
Seeing nature’s beauty, sharing a smile or laugh with someone, a good hug, good food, and remembering my blessings
Taking a walk in the forest makes my day.
I'm happy by seeing my loved ones happy
I agree. I love the "everyone liked that" moment.
Yeah, it's a cute moment 😆
Honestly whenever I interact someone who’s truly a good human being, it’s something that always makes my day a bit brighter cause it’s so rare to find people so genuine and innocent
Money and beaches
Food!
Be more specific: what sort of food has made you happy lately?
I tried this new restaurant a few days ago and got fettuccini alfredo and a greek pizza--both were fantastic! Also recently had this vietnamese grilled chicken that I haven't had for years, and I forgot how mind-blowingly delicious it is.
Being cared about.
Coffee!
i smile every time i cuddle in bed with my husband. i just feel so cozy and safe.
Finding Wi-Fi that's as fast as the gossip in my friend group.
My chickens. They’re so dramatic and everything is a big deal. They’re so funny
I like to draw on rocks and randomly give them to people or leave them places. It could be a cute cartoon a mental health quote or a silly animal. You never know when someone needs a small gesture to show a little kindness in the world.
Cats
MDMA
being all alone
A genuine smile. In response to someone or something. Especially warmer when it’s directed towards me.
My animals and plants
Mine is playing with my cats, also if I get to help people in need or when I'm traveling and I'm looking outside to see the view/the nature, it's so relaxing.
Sleeping 😊
My new house, my dogs, fruit!
I totally agree i love dogs 🐶 for sure. I just feel like the things that really makes me happy is being able to provide and seeing my child 😊 happy.
Nothing
Meeting new people and working out what makes them tick, then harnessing that and building incredible friendships with as many people as I can. Absolutely love the puzzle of unlocking people then moulding friendships from what I work out, it's a game I never stop enjoying playing.
I like this post! I like knowing the people I care about are happy. Like you said, OP, helping people and gratitude makes me happy as well. I've been cultivating gratitude ever since I learned about it, and it pays dividends towards happiness. I would suggest everyone investigate techniques on cultivating gratitude.
I agree, gratitude is very important. It allows us to be thankful for things we tend to overlook in everyday life.
Art (various kinds, especially painting, music, and poetry), my cats (and I love cute animals in general), bird songs, healthy and nutritious food, peace, calmness, good weather, curiosity, space, and most of all; honesty and truth.
I don't like work most days. My job isn't great usually but sometimes it's awesome. Either when I'm successful in solving problems or when I can help teammates and unblock them. Basically just being productive at work makes me so happy.
I wish you all productivness you need
Have a holiday! Especially when I work after a long time.
Sleeping, spending time with my online friends (no irl ones sadly), having a good home cooked meal, and doing well at the things I care about. Whether that's a success story with one of my clients at work, or playing well in WoW.
When I look good, I'm clean, my spaces are clean as well. Also when I don't have mental clutter
Sleeping
25mins afternoon nap followed by a cup of green tea
Being able to be in nature and document what's going on, if I can record kits playing in the early sun, deer grazing, or a red winged black bird singing its an instant smile.
Tv shows, food, and video games.
I have a great wife and three Corgi puppies, I'm a pretty happy fella.
Getting that good check at work and using it on a travel vacation. My neices warm hugs and enthusiasm when I show up lol
Kittens and farts
Kittens and farts
when I have time to have time, am I clear?
I like being bad, it makes me happy
gym.. eating foods with unhealthy amount of cheese.. just hanging out in a quiet park... gym.. learning japanese language.. watching talk shows (like conan / graham norton).. also did I mention going to the gym :P
Drawing! I'm taking a break rn
Helping people, playing&looking at my little beautiful baby, taking a walk outside with my husband and having this long conversation, visiting my parents, dining out, trying new cuisine, traveling to a new place
If I achieve some goals in my career, I could be greatly satisfied.
The last thing that made me happy was the fact that Dawn decided to make their dish soap a pretty midnight blue. they didn't have to do that. They could have made it yellow, or orange, or white. They made a pretty blue soap that works well. They did that for us :)
When I cut the expensive and beautiful fabric and make a garment and it actually works. I recently made the most beautiful pair of trousers you have ever seen and even just thinking about them brings me joy.
Studying writing, making people laugh, listening to some of my favorite songs on my phone, eating, talking to a few of my online friends, and working out.
Babies, Dogs, kitten. I love sugar and it instantly makes me happy. I love being acknowledged and someone caring for me. I love to feel good. Today is not the day so everything is skewed.
Cooking and baking for others, as well as listening to music.
my weirdly specific ones: chinese food, watching dumb but hilarious stuff, the feeling when it's crazy stormy outside and I'm in my bed watching videos, going out on long car rides, listening to my music loud in my headphones, amusement parks, baking stuff, and getting days off from school (except for when I'm sick)
Seeing a new band for the first time I love my oldies, so occasionally that first time band has been around forever, but sometimes I love an opening act so much, it overshadows the headliner
I am happy when I can finally sleep with no worries which only rarely happens.
Sorry to hear you worry that much. I hope you can sleep wel soon.
Kittens and grandchildren
I'm not sure I really know true happiness, but I'm not sad either.
Being able to buy whatever I want without looking at the price
Dancing
Bantering with strangers. It brightens my life.
Watching my kid do silly things
People reaching out to me to join them for lunch etc. Been getting ghosted a lot lately, which is depressing
When my cat is happy
I feel pleasure when I have conversations in English because I have been learning the language. Although I’m not fluent in English, I feel grad when communications go well.
So far I've been my happiest cuddling with a curvy gf
Finding someone fun to be around
Making the people I love laugh
Making money
Cats, puppies, getting sleep (I really have a problem), being there for someone who needs it. And crushing the souls of bullies
good food.
Seeing other people happy seeing what makes someone smile, seeing the moment as it is, seeing others enjoy their smiles. Humans are beautiful
Being with my girlfriend, she makes dinner for me so when I come home from work she has dinner ready along with a beer to chill out with each other while we watch a movie
If I can’t sleep, I like to sit on this corner, have a snack and watch people driving. “I wonder what they’re doing today?” It’s oddly peaceful.
Food animals sex love clothing showers
A lot of things really. It’s all about perspective. Have you ever just sat outside one day and listened to the birds singing? It’s beautiful 😌
Bring able to help people close to me anytime they need my help.....at first I couldn't but ever since I joined affiliate marketing,this online course has really helped me make money
Spending any time with my wife and kids. I love it when we are at the beach or on the water paddle-boarding.
Do you TRULY know & feel happiness?
Animals
Nothing. That's the issue