I’ve changed my stance in one minor way: I think shopping is OK when you’re bringing home an object that can give you delight and sustain your happiness living in your home.
The mug shown above I bought in a museum gift shop. It holds 12 ounces of water. Cheers me to use the cup. A convenient way of drinking water throughout the day.
How to get happy doesn’t have to require going into credit card debt to fund a beach cruise vacation.
Making art out of the everyday is a simple method to bring ourselves cheer.
Trying one new thing each season could spark joy too. It could be taking a Paint-n-Sip class to see if there’s an Inner Artist clamoring to get out.
Maybe you’re no Picasso and won’t ever be. At least you attempted to have a fun night out and got the chance to see if you like painting.
In the end being good at what you do doesn’t matter. Liking it counts.
In the words of a quote magnet:
Find something you like and do it forever.
That’s the route to self-esteem at any size if you ask me.
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