I am a full believer in the simple things in life making you happy. Having little things that excite you, cheer you up and encourage you--it gives you a different feeling of happiness. It's the little things we don't really notice but they always do the best job at cheering us up. When someone remembers all of the small things you love, you feel a little touched--surprised that someone remembered that little thing about you. I believe the simple things also give us more of an appreciation for the small things, the quick moments and simple gestures.

I personally have many things on my list of small random things that can cheer me up in an instant:marshmallows, palm trees and cold chocolate are only a few on that list. All of my friends who know me extremely well know some of the little things that can make my attitude go from negative to positive within minutes. My family all know how to cheer me up quickly, and it's always with something super simple. I believe that it doesn't take much to fix someone's mood. Even having someone ask you how you are doing that day or someone tell you to have a wonderful afternoon can heighten a mood.

A lot of the things on my list are food which isn't very surprising. If we're being honest, most of the time I'm in a cranky mood because I'm hangry and need something to eat and nothing hits the spot more than on of my favorite candies or favorite foods. If I'm having a fit and someone gives me a pack of Mallow Cups, I'll be set for the day. Those things could make me forget about everything that could have been pissing me off that day. A lot of the other stuff on my list are stuff in nature. Trees, flowers, the beach. The natural world gives me a feeling of comfort and tranquility that instantly fixes a bad mood. But everyone is different, everyone's list of their favorite stuff is different and everyone's moods can change due to tons of different things. I encourage people to sit down and think about all of the small little things that make them happy. It'll remind you to appreciate the little things while also aiding as some assistance with your bad moods and terrible days.

The saying "it's the simple things in life" rings so true when you sit down and think about it. Think about all the times you felt like crap and think about what you or someone did to make it better. Guaranteed most of the time it was something small and unnoticed at the time that made you feel better.

So, next time you feel like ripping your hair out and you or someone cheers you up, recognize what they did to help you out. I bet it's something so small but I also bet it;s one of your favorite things.