What’s bringing you joy?

  • Refurbished Refurbisher
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    112 months ago

    Actually, the thing that is causing me stress is also my source of joy.

    I quit weed last week. Going through withdrawals which are pretty bad, but I know in the long term, it’s going to be worth it to have a clear mind.

  • @[email protected]
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    32 months ago

    Not a damn thing. There aren’t enough words in the English language to express the animosity I feel towards this world.

    • @[email protected]OP
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      42 months ago

      I think that not feeling any semblance of happiness is a feature of life at certain times, and I’m sorry that you are feeling that way. The world is neither a place of good or bad, but a mix of both, and if you’re not able to see both sides, you’re missing something. I hope that you’re able to find some happiness in your life, and if it’s at all in your control, I suggest you open yourself up to letting it in.

  • @[email protected]
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    92 months ago

    I’m teaching guitar to a couple of students in town. I’ve started doing an active listening at the end of our shared class. I’m introducing them to all kinds of music they haven’t heard and I love it. They’re responding and listening to some new albums outside of the genres they’ve liked.

    Thank you for the opportunity to share some good. :)

    • @[email protected]OP
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      32 months ago

      That’s awesome, I used to teach guitar, and I wish I had thought of that as an idea for incorporating into a lesson.

  • Elaine Cortez
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    102 months ago

    I don’t wanna reveal too much personal info but things have been going so well for me for a while now! So I’d say this current one 😃 I’d say the past two years have been the happiest ones of my entire life

    • @[email protected]
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      32 months ago

      Had a friend like that in 09 who went for a motorcycle ride and died. Left a wife and newborn behind.

      Ride the happiness, not motorcycles. And if you do, don’t crash. #1 rule: don’t crash.

      • Elaine Cortez
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        32 months ago

        My condolences to your friend and those affected. Motorcycles (along with helicopters) honestly freak me out which is why I’d avoid riding on either

  • Brumefey
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    82 months ago

    What’s bringing me joy ? When I go back home after a day of work and my daughters (7y) run towards me with a real smile. Knowing that she is really happy to see me.

  • @[email protected]
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    22 months ago

    I’ve started practicing yoga. It’s been about two weeks and I love it. I like pushing my body to do the poses and finding out that most of the time I can actually do more than I thought I could. And if I can’t, that’s another opportunity to get better.

    Thanks for asking this question. Have a nice one.

  • Maeve
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    82 months ago

    Thunder, lightening, the sound of rain on my window.

  • @[email protected]
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    62 months ago

    I have about 2 months left of college (Canada). Going to be graduating with about a 3.9GPA. Finally going to have a degree to my name and hopefully going to be having a job right away when im finished.

  • @[email protected]OP
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    32 months ago

    Hi all,

    I have enjoyed all of the replies in this thread, and it has brought me happiness to read about yours.

    I also recognize that not everyone is feeling joy right now, and that’s ok too, life is not always fun to live, sometimes it’s downright brutal. If you’re going through a time like that, I wish you the best in getting through it, there are few forces stronger than the power of the human will.

    I think there are a few main themes here in the replies that seem to be spirit boosters, and let’s be honest none of these are unexpected, but I think it can be nice to have a reminder of what’s good.

    In no particular order :

    • Pets
    • Family
    • Friends
    • Children
    • Partners
    • Accomplishments
    • Projects
    • Art
    • Hobbies
    • Freedom
    • Teaching
    • Health

    Now I don’t think you need to have every one of these things in your life to truly be happy, but if you’re feeling like nothing is bringing you joy, maybe one of these things might.

    I think most importantly, gratitude is the attitude, if something is making your life better, taking a second to recognize it can make it feel even better. If someone is bringing you joy, make sure they know it deep down in their soul ❤️

  • @[email protected]
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    222 months ago

    My crow bro, Kenny. Most days I go for a walk after work and meet up with him to feed him some peanuts or dog food.

      • @[email protected]
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        42 months ago

        Crows are smart. Look at them and toss some unsalted peanuts in their general direction and they’ll understand what you’re doing. After a couple of visits they’ll recognize you and slowly get more relaxed around you. They each have their own personalities, where some will be easier to befriend than others, so just give them space and time.

  • @[email protected]
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    42 months ago

    I quit a higher paying job to move to the Columbia River gorge. Sure I make a lot less money but I’m so happy being out in this beautiful area. There’s something calming about it