Happiness is…

Snoopy and the gang have a clever way to give gratitude. They decide what generates happiness. And, for me, in this season of transition, grief, change, and a NEW YEAR, what a superb way to create a gratitude!

You cannot be dreadful when you are grateful.

I decided to make a list reminding myself of the simple yet important things which bring joy to each day. For example, I give thanks for the cup of coffee in the morning or slipping on my cowboy boots for the day's work. I am thankful for the short 30-minute walk around the neighborhood soaking up the clear blue sky, the fly swatter which kills the wasps who for some reason find my master bathroom a place for them to fly around.

Of course, giving thanks for the bigger things in life remains vital. I am deeply thankful for my physical health, a roof over my head, meaningful friendships, and my 6-month-old grandson!

So, let’s try it, shall we!!?? Grap your cup of java, a pen, and a journal. Let's give thanks!

 

Happiness is...Fill in the blank!!

Here are some of my recent entries remember current and past things:

Happiness is a crisp, cool Saturday, bright blue sky, 106,000 of my close friends cheering on the Buckeyes!!

Happiness is my morning java and making it last as long as possible! (bold, butter, vanilla protein, heavy cream)

Happiness is a quiet moment of reflection on my balcony, with journal, my Bible, and a book in hand!

Happiness is seeing the word 'hope' all over my home.

Happiness is skiing down a mountain first thing in the morning and generating the inaugural tracks in the freshly fallen powder!

Happiness is seeing my kids do their thing — football, photography, weight lifting, swimming, climbing...and now parenting, teaching, preaching, and running logistics for big events!

Happiness is the Fall leaf colors! Such gorgeous reds, maroons, burnt oranges, and yellows!

Happiness is a solid two and half hour conversation with one of my best friends!

Happiness is hearing a client gain insight and come back the next session having improved performance!

Happiness is a client changing their confidence from a feeling to a belief!

Happiness is scoring at the consignment or thrift store, enjoying my new threads, and selling the others for profit!

Happiness is a slouchy pair of overalls and a comfy long-sleeved t-shirt!

Happiness is helping a client through trauma to find healing and peace!

Happiness is hearing one of my executives turn around and impact his team to reach their next level of satisfaction and benchmark outcomes!

Happiness is listening to my dad’s voice on saved phone messages about how much he loves me and wants to ‘stay safe.’

Happiness is a drop in temperatures and the first big snow of the season!

Happiness is going to the mailbox and seeing a handwritten note from anyone!

Happiness is the first bite of chocolate cake from Grand Lux Café!

Happiness is finding a cute ‘truck’ t-shirt for my grandson!

Happiness is giving my grandson his first Snoopy!

Happiness is writing a blog entry that people engage with and results in provocation of thought.

Happiness is collaborating with colleagues to make a difference in our field.

Happiness is looking around my home and seeing pictures of fanatastic memories.

Happiness is seeing artwork from friends and family hung around my home. Their touch is meaningful!

Happiness is an episode of a historic non-fiction period piece i.e. Downton Abbey or The Crown.

Your turn to make Happiness is... list

Try it! Take yourself to the places, people, and things you love!

Drop one into the comments below! I want to see what generates gratitude and happiness for you!