100 Things That Makes Me Happy

Oftentimes, I catch myself focusing too much on the negatives. I think a lot of us do; we dwell on the things that stress us out or make us anxious way more than we celebrate what actually brings us joy. So today, I made a list. A happy list.

Here are 100 things that make me happy:

1. My family (especially my brother).
2. Coloring books.
3. My dog, always thrilled to see me and patiently endures my overly long cuddle sessions.
4. Online shopping (because stores are chaotic and peopley).
5. Road trips.
6. Cooking.
7. The smell of fresh laundry.
8. Horror movies.
9. Scented candles.
10. Reading a really good book, the kind you can’t put down.
11. Finding the perfect song to match my mood.
12. Napping on a rainy day.
13. Butterflies.
14. Baileys with ice.
15. That freshly brushed, flossed, and rinsed teeth feeling.
16. Writing – blogs, journals, midnight rambles, anything.
17. Photography.
18. Animals. All of them. And one day, I want a giant farm full of them.
19. Laughing.
20. Bubble baths.
21. Watching a show I love with no interruptions.
22. Remembering a really good dream.
23. Spending time outdoors.
24. The smell of freshly cut grass.
25. Halloween.
26. Christmas.
27. Spring – one of my favorite seasons.
28. Giving. Truly one of the best feelings.
29. Sushi.
30. Lazy days with pizza, a good movie, and cuddles.
31. Nice, genuine people.
32. YOU, reading this. ❤️
33. Ben & Jerry’s Cookie Dough ice cream.
34. Stargazing on a clear night.
35. A clean, tidy space.
36. Being pampered.
37. Fairy lights.
38. Feeling appreciated.
39. Solving a problem that’s been bugging me.
40. Someone playing with my hair.
41. Forests – the layers of greens, the mystery, the peace.
42. Magical memories from my childhood.
43. Random acts of kindness.
44. Listening to the rain when I have nowhere to be.
45. Walking barefoot on summer grass.
46. Pinterest.
47. Inspiring quotes.
48. Celebrating the seasons in little ways.
49. Collecting seasonal nature treasures.
50. Luxurious hotel rooms – fluffy towels, fancy toiletries, the works.
51. Pretty, fresh sheets.
52. Keeping a gratitude journal.
53. Writing fun, silly lists.
54. Singing.
55. Popcorn.
56. Hearing birds chirp after a long winter.
57. Having just enough milk for cereal.
58. The smell of rain.
59. The first sip of your favorite drink.
60. Popping bubble wrap.
61. Coffee that’s exactly the right temperature.
62. Waking up on a rainy day and realizing you have no obligations.
63. Hearing “I love you.”
64. Surprise mail.
65. Plants – in my home, in the wild, in my soul.
66. Fields of flowers.
67. Long, hot showers.
68. Falling asleep to a thunderstorm.
69. Going on dates.
70. Family dinner nights.
71. Candles.
72. The smell of a brand-new book.
73. Feeling organized.
74. Helping someone.
75. Learning something new.
76. Receiving a random compliment.
77. Payday. 💰
78. Feeling good in an outfit.
79. Hot chocolate.
80. Laughing until I can’t breathe.
81. Crisp winter mornings.
82. Driving.
83. Traveling.
84. Thunderstorms.
85. Making new playlists.
86. Going on adventures to places I’ve never been.
87. Tea – it’s a hug in a mug.
88. Living in leggings and stretchy comfort.
89. Iced caramel coffee.
90. Milkshakes.
91. Shared silences that don’t feel awkward.
92. Decorating my home.
93. Deep, meaningful conversations.
94. Donuts. Yes, I’m that girl.
95. The first signs of spring – snow melting, buds on trees.
96. Cleaning – it calms me down.
97. Organization – yes, I’m that kind of person.
98. Inside jokes that send me into giggle fits days later.
99. Essential oils.
100. Watching the sky fade from soft blue to golden yellow before twilight swallows it whole.

What makes you happy?
I hope some of these made you smile, because they truly make me feel good – even on hard days. I encourage you to try it too. You don’t have to list 100, just start with five. Sometimes, naming the good things helps shift the mood, even if it’s just a little.

And that little bit? Sometimes it’s everything. 💛