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Daily Question, February 11

What are the simplest things that bring me joy?

  • Tamia

    The simplest things that bring joy to me is family they’re the one who keeps me laughing and smiling. Food brings joy to me knowing that its making me healthier. Friends bring me joy because they’re always supportive and making me laugh non stop.

  • Antoinette

    Breathing freely and easily is a simple joy and it is fundamentally essential. The joy of the breath is my anchor to life blossoming in the present moment the only place where we are truly alive to experience life.

  • sb
    Always, always nature! Me out in the open world, wildlife around me, beautiful scenery, hearing the geese or the sea, the weather, just me and the world - magical. But, of course, not to forget my wonderful bubble baths and how happy it makes me when my husband brings me a drink or puts my favourite film on or cooks for us... I am very lucky in that I naturally find joy in so many small things and have the opportunity to go out from the house straight into nature. Even writing this brings a s...

    Always, always nature! Me out in the open world, wildlife around me, beautiful scenery, hearing the geese or the sea, the weather, just me and the world – magical.
    But, of course, not to forget my wonderful bubble baths and how happy it makes me when my husband brings me a drink or puts my favourite film on or cooks for us…
    I am very lucky in that I naturally find joy in so many small things and have the opportunity to go out from the house straight into nature.
    Even writing this brings a smile to my face and cheer to my heart.
    Despite everything, the world is a wonderful place to be in!

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  • Kate

    The warmth of the sun
    The beauty of nature
    Snuggling with my dogs
    Laughter

  • Elaine

    A crisp sunny winter day beckoning me to the ski trails!

  • k'Care-Reena

    Nature, painting, been driven in the passenger seat, praying, being around open minded people, and bubble baths (5-5-7 breathing tool is highly effective for those who cope with mental health conditions

  • pashnault

    a sunrise /sunset
    A warm shower
    The forest
    My books
    My tribe
    Contemplation/meditation
    A gentle breeze
    A compassionate touch

  • Malag

    Walking in the wild, breakfast, breathing, the feel of my hands in my dog’s fur, noticing a beautiful detail in the big picture of my vision, a moving line of music, the ticking of a clock, the early stages of a fire as it grows into the grate.

    Yet none of this is simple really. When I see the complex beauty, there is wonder within the joy.

  • Liz

    Getting a good grade or a text message from someone special. Even rewatching a movie I love.

  • Kristi

    Walking in the great outdoors brings me joy. I love the fresh air and a quiet chance to appreciate the beauty!

  • nadders

    Clean bed sheets, clean PJ’s and a warm shower. Simple things.

  • GregC

    Watching videos or looking at photos of my grandchildren, as well as memories & photos of our deceased beloved dog, Pema, my wife’s laughter, and chatting & hanging out with friends.

  • Anna

    Morning coffee, the first one alone, the second one with dear ones or colleagues.
    Awe, seeing the mountains near to my village.
    Relaxing on my sofa in the evening…
    Some flavoured candles…
    Dreaming….

  • Vincent-Edward Ciliberti

    I love it watching and listening my four year old great grandchild discussing in his own way issues which interest him. I simply love it.
    It seems to remind me of the following: “Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. Therefore, whoever takes the lowly position of this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven. And whoever welcomes one such child in my name welcomes me”

  • Don Jones

    In the garden, sun on my face and hands in the soil.

  • Linda

    A good meal. The way my husband greets me each morning. Open time. Doing art. Having a craft beer with my friends. So many things!

  • Lauryn

    -my cats
    -a warm shower
    -a hot cup of coffee
    -pizza
    -raw oysters from Maine
    -airplane travel (pre-covid)
    -spending a few minutes sitting outside every morning—enjoying that I can now do this year round
    -hiking and spending time in nature
    -cooking
    -going on adventures with my partner
    -camping
    -listening to music – classical, rock, bluegrass, techno, metal…

  • Pilgrim

    Morning coffee. The occasional hot chocolate. Fresh bunny prints in the snow. Heating pads – necessary for chronic pain. A good book. Music from Broadway. Lake Michigan. Of course my family, when I am able to see them. Spring!

  • Debra

    Dancing with my sweet Kitty, who comes running as soon as she hears the music.

  • Sarah

    Being outside and feeling a breeze, breath, silence, watching my husband play with the grandchildren.

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