Happiness doesn’t have to come from being a celebrity or from being really wealthy. They come from our values. Our values are how much worth we put on things in our life. If you can value even the smallest things and moments, you’ll find yourself to be happier than most people on this earth.
Here are is a list of fifty random moments that I created worth valuing. The ones with the asterisks next to them I haven’t done yet, but I can imagine that it must be a wonderful feeling. I wish to do all of these things someday. The best part about this is most of them are free. Can you relate to any of them?
1. Walking in a quiet and beautiful park
2. Talking to a friend about what you did over the weekend
3. Cuddling over a blanket while watching a scary movie
4. Tasting butterscotch ice cream
5. Saying “I do” to a future spouse*
6. Kissing somebody’s plush lips for the first time
7. Feeling the warmth of a person’s hug
8. Having the most money in Monopoly
9. Saying “goodbye” to parents as you move out
10. Staying up until 5 AM doing a paper while drinking loads of coffee
11. Coming home from a party completely wasted
12. Seeing the parking lot as you come down from the highest peak of a roller coaster ride
13. Waking up in the morning 30 seconds before the alarm clock goes off
14. Chasing after dog after letting the door open on your first house cleaning job
15. Cheering after finding a missing period for a college newspaper article after editing for one hour
16. Waking up in the morning next to somebody you love
17. Lying on the grass and watching the blue clouds pass by
18. Accepting your diploma on the stage of graduation day
19. Sitting on a couch and reading your favorite Steven King novel
20. Getting a raise from a company*
21. Meditating someplace peaceful
22. Watching the face of your first son or daughter*
23. Sailing on a yacht out in the sea*
24. Spending holidays eating dinner with family
25. Hiking in nature
26. Painting with oil on canvas
27. Smiling at a stranger you don’t know
28. Dancing to Michael Jackson music
29. Passing a nerve racking interview
30. Having a cup of coffee while looking at sunrise
31. Smelling the roses of a garden* (no roses nearby!)
32. Making S’mores over a campfire
33. Taking a warm shower before the day starts
34. Finishing a 5k marathon*
35. Visiting to a country you’ve never been before
36. Seeing the shape of a rainbow after a rainy day
37. Receiving a Christmas card from a long distance relative
38. Moving boxes to a new apartment or house
39. Riding with on the back of somebody’s truck
40. Writing poetry while observing a small object
41. Riding a bus over a freeway crammed with 40 other people
42. Learning a unique thing about somebody new you just met
43. Looking at old photos of your funny past experiences
44. Sharing a laugh with really anybody
45. Eating chips and dip while watching a Sunday football game
46. Finding the final answer to your local newspaper crossword puzzle
47. Breaking out a sweat after working out at the gym
48. Opening up a paycheck from the mail
49. Receiving an award in front of hundreds of people
50. Giving back to the world in a positive way
I believe that these are all moments that teach us that we can be happy if we choose to have a positive outlook wherever we are and wherever we go. Just the ability of having a healthy body and looking out for those little moments in everyday life, you’ll find stuff to be a lot more interesting and meaningful. What’s more is that you’ll start to feel alive and appreciate even the little things that you didn’t realize were there before. So next time your out and about, take a look around. You never know what kind of random moments you’ll experience that make life worth living for.
These are some of the moments that I value in life. Did I miss anything? What about you?
photo credit: Alex E. Proimos
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Hey Tristan, I love number 45. Haven’t done that since I left New Zealand over 8 years ago. Chips, dip, beer and watching rugby. Great way to pass a winter weekend afternoon.
Haha, it is quite a feeling. Thanks Gordie.
Great list, Tristan! I loved reading this!
Thanks, I’m glad you liked it!
Hey Tristan.
As far as number 8, I’ve had the most money in Monopoly multiple times. It was great because then I was able to get houses and hotels on a couple of properties. One time I played Monopoly with my friend at a table outside a juice store.
I do #25 all the time and agree with that. I value it as I do it.
I don’t think I’ve ever even gotten close to finishing one of those newspaper crossword puzzles like it says in #46. Maybe I should try one as I haven’t done one in a long while.
This is a cool set, and if we don’t value these things when they occur, we are missing out.
Haha, outside a juice store? That’s crazy! I’ve never played Monopoly with just two people. Thanks Armen.
Hi Lifetime Traveler. I agree, spending time with family is an awesome feeling and your right that if take the effort do give back to the world even in any small way that we can, eventually the world we change to be better.
hey, i like the #24 and
#50, I believe if we take a little bit of effort from ourselves 1st, the world will change to be better eventually ;p
Wow, how many things you wrote. Life is beautiful, and it’s made of little things. Stumbled!
Tristan, I love your list. It really is true that we often only need to look at the “everyday” happenings in our lives to see what is truly valuable and inspirational. Our relationships are so sacred, yet it is so easy to take them for granted.
Yes it is Oscar! Thanks for Stumbling.
Hey Dustin, I totally agree. It’s the small things added together that make up for those valuable moments in life.
Ahh, Tristan, I love lists like this. You just hit on 50 wonderful ideas for sure! It’s amazing how our life can transform when we focus on awareness of the moment.
Things I cherish in life are…
-Creating. This can be in the form of writing, drawing, or more.
-Breathing. Simply focusing on the breath and becoming mindful.
-Music. Really taking time to listen to the rhythm and flow of a great song.
-Exercise. Going for a nice jog and getting in a good work out always invigorates.
Love this post and your blog!
Cheers
Dayne
Hey Dayne. I agree that even the small moments we focus on can change our lives. Your tip on breathing is a great example of this. Thanks for sharing.
7, 17, 21 and 44 are my definite favorites! Great list Tristan!
Those are definitely some casual moments that I love also Rocky.
What a wonderful list! Some of my favorites include:
Feeling the warmth of a person’s hug
Waking up in the morning next to somebody you love
Moving boxes to a new apartment or house
Learning a unique thing about somebody new you just met
Thanks for identifying all these beautiful moments =)
No problem Lori!
It’s wonderful to read your list and see how the comments relate in some way or another to these moments.
Life IS a gift. With all the technology, the jobs, and the fast pace with which we have to keep moving – we sometimes forget these simple truths.
- I enjoy taking time off to read positivity blogs and appreciate there are people in the world that think like me
Hi, People!
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