In general, I consider myself a pretty happy person. I’ve been blessed with a wonderful husband, the most adorable 2 year old in the world (even when he has his challenging days). I have great family and wonderful and supportive friends.
But…
There are still days that I need a little pick me up. Or days when I just need a little something. Here are some of the 10 little things that make me a happier, healthier person.
- Go for a run, a walk, or dance to the Hot Dog Song with the kiddo. Exercise always makes me feel better, even if it’s just dancing around the room like a crazy person for a few minutes.
- A few pieces of a very good, very dark chocolate. Mmmmm, this is an instant pick me up.
- Baking. Crackers, cookies, granola bars. Whatever it is, it always puts me in a good mood.
- Having a weekly date with the hubby. This is something that a bloggy friend just suggested, and something that I plan on starting. Even if it’s just an hour a week of alone time at Starbucks.
- Talking to my BFF stay-at home-mom friend. I could talk to her for hours (and sometimes we do). Just having someone to relate to brightens my day.
- Searching for new and healthy foods to try. I love experimenting, and any time that I can sneak a veggie or two into a meal makes for a healthier family.
- Yoga. Which I don’t do nearly enough. It’s relaxing, builds energy and even counts as exercising. Ommmmm.
- Me time. I can’t stress this enough. Even if that means getting up at the crack of dawn to exercise. Or going to bed early to read.
- Having a wonderful and supportive husband. Need I say more?
- Focusing on the positives in life rather than the negative. When everything seems to be going wrong, I list all of the things that I’ve been blessed with. That really changes my outlook and helps to put things in perspective.
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Eh, friends, exercise, me time, dates. Just give me some chocolate and I’m happy.
@Scary Mommy, I think that chocolate really is the key. Especially if it’s in cheesecake, a mocha, or cookies.
These are some great happy tips. Especially number 10 — sometimes the change in perspective really helps. And chocolate.
Also, I tagged you in a photo meme if you’d like to participate. http://www.doingthemomthing.com/?p=73
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Having a weekly date sounds like such a blessing!!!
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You are so lucky to have a stay-at-home-mom BFF. They make all the difference in the world.
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@ck, They really do. She’s been a friend since college. Sadly we hardly see each other, but talking on the phone is good enough.
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