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100 Things To Make You Happy

There are days when you just need a reminder of all the happy things there are in the world.

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Lately, I've had a difficult time looking at the positive things in my life, because I've been so focused on the negative. I've been feeling pretty unhappy and I think it's because I need to sit down and think about some good things in life. I may feel like the list is short sometimes, but I'm sure it is ever so long. There is always a positive way to look at something, you just have to find it. Here is a list of things that make people happy.

1. Sunshine.

2. Trees with pretty flowers.

3. Warm weather.

4. Branches full of leaves.

5. Peaceful fields.

6. Soft blankets.

7. Comfy couches.

8. Air conditioning in the summer.

9. Heaters in the winter.

10. Kittens.

11. Puppies.

12. Family that loves you.

13. Beach trips with friends.

14. Pretty tattoos.

15. Treating yourself to a burger for lunch.

16. Paintings at a museum.

17. Strangers who smile at you.

18. Cuddling.

19. Laughing with loved ones.

20. Laughing at yourself.

21. Face paint at fairs.

22. Winning a contest.

23. Sparklers on summer nights.

24. Bonfires.

25. Cute sandals.

26. Baby giggles.

27. Falling in love.

28. Petting a dog.

29. Flower bouquets.

30. All-you-can-eat buffets.

31. Pizza.

32. Cute boys.

33. Pretty girls.

34. Daisies.

35. Chipotle.

36. Disney movies.

37. Smell of fresh-cut grass.

38. A cool breeze on a hot day.

39. Making someone smile.

40. First bite of food when you're hungry.

41. Painting.

42. Finding a new song you love.

43. Concerts.

44. Being satisfied with your art.

45. Fall.

46. Purple.

47. Art.

48. Dresses.

49. Happy people.

50. Books.

51. Tacos.

52. God.

53. Making new friends.

54. Dancing.

55. Writing stories.

56. Getting your nails done.

57. Your kids.

58. Your mom.

59. Taking a selfie.

60. Taking photos with your friends.

61. Skipping.

62. Ice cream.

63. Making someone happy.

64. The look on someones face when you give them a gift.

65. Getting a gift.

66. Your birthday.

67. Getting a haircut and realizing you actually like how it looks.

68. Your favorite TV show.

69. Your favorite movie.

70. When someone takes the time to listen to you.

71. Sweet messages.

72. Seeing someone in love.

73. Chocolate.

74. Butterflies in your stomach.

75. Having time to relax.

76. Picnics.

77. Card games.

78. Connecting with someone.

79. Watching a really good movie.

80. Rewatching your favorite movies.

81. Someone taking your picture.

82. Being promoted.

83. Cute clothes on sale.

84. The smell of books.

85. Apple cider and donuts in the fall.

86. Tan lines.

87. When someone says, "This made me think of you."

88. Eating at your favorite restaurant.

89. When your mom buys your favorite snack food.

90. Hot showers.

91. The love of your life.

92. Putting on clothes right out of the dryer.

94. Vacations.

95. Re-reading your favorite books.

96. Christmas.

97. Holding hands.

98. Hugs.

99. Visiting friends.

100. Hearing the words, "I love you."

While these aren't the only happy things in the world, they are a few and I hope they have helped to lift your spirits today. I know that they have helped me.


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