Happiness Archives

Four vignettes stitched together in one image: An elderly man and his dog leaning gently toward each other. A little girl racing past on her tassel-bright bike. A snail carefully inching across a sidewalk crack. A single bright leaf unfurling.

Choose Joy – 7 Takeaways No. 251

Moar anger! Storm chasing. Hope power. Enough already. Rest up. Find joy. Find people.

a person holding out their hands cupped containing a small block that has the word "No" on it, as if offering a gift

The Most Generous Thing You Can Do – 7 Takeaways No. 246

Just say no. Change ain’t easy. Crisis reveals values. The last time. Happy with coffee. Know yourself better. There’s much to be grateful for.

Focus on 24 Hours – 7 Takeaways No. 226

Lighten up. Personal entitlement. One day at a time. Genius ≠ asshole. Boredom vs. change. Lasting 6 minutes. You might be wrong.

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Writing That’s Thoughtfully Crafted – 7 Takeaways No. 225

Too old? Find joy. Artisanal writing. Increased expectations. Your responsibility. Judging others. Making good new things.

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You Are Not Broken – 7 Takeaways No. 210

Watching the inexplicable. In-your-face advice. The sum of who you are. Acting “as if.” Journaling. Beautiful facts. Efficiently lazy.

A peaceful scene where an individual is reflecting on life. In the foreground, the person sits on a bench overlooking a serene landscape of rolling hills, trees, and a bright sky. Birds fly gently in the distance, and a flowing river adds to the tranquility. The figure's face is content, looking up towards the sky.

Tell Me How to Be Happy – 7 Takeaways No. 200

Happy Happy. Leave me alone. Curiosity FTW. Books FTW. Being unshakeable. Serendiptiy + curiosity = inspiration. Understanding the enemy.

A cluttered desk covered with various books, papers with scribbles, and a dimly lit lamp casting shadows over everything. A lone figure sits at the desk, head in hands, surrounded by crumpled paper balls, signifying struggle and confusion. The background shows a clock ticking, windows showing a busy city at dusk, and a half-filled cup of coffee going cold, symbolizing the passing of time and the complexity of life. The atmosphere is one of overwhelming thoughts and the difficulty of expressing them, aiming to evoke a sense of empathy towards the intricate challenges of life and communication.

Words are Hard – 7 Takeaways No. 173

Twisting your words. The importance of purpose. What your kids really need to learn. The power of consistency. We only share a slice of our lives. Jobs under threat, and being created. Trusting your gut. The importance of understanding what others believe.