The Little Things In Life

Simple things I do for my mental health or to find happiness.

 1. I go for a drive and sing at the top of my lungs. I was nicknamed the family dog growing up (along with the "pee whiner"), because I loved going on car rides. I still do. I love driving aimlessly. It's so refreshing and helps me clear my mind.

2. I take pictures. This is something I want to get back into more. I lack confidence, but I know that I could be really good at it. Who wants to teach me their photo shop skills, because I totally fail in that area.

3. I window shop online. I can't tell you how many times I scroll through Amazon, Zulily, Etsy and more. I make lists or favorite things that I love, even though I likely will never buy it them.

4. I decorate for holidays and seasons. I definitely got this from my mom. I like changing things up and putting up different decor brings me joy. I'm enjoying my last few days of Fall, before I deck the halls!

5. I listen to worship music. God speaks to me most through music, which is why you'll see me posting lyrics or links to my favorite songs. He speaks in other ways, but I've always felt a huge connection to him while in worship.

6. I get lost in a good TV series. Sometimes I just need to shut my mind off to the world, so I'll find a show and binge away. I probably watch too much TV, but oh well.

7. I read. Although, these past few years I've been so bad at reading. I get glued to my phone or other things, when I should really pick up a good book and get lost in it. I used to read ALL the time. I love reading chapter books to the boys each night too.

8. I vent. Sure, it's not the most positive thing, but I've got a few friends that I know I can vent to and get things off of my chest and they'll be there to show their support or crack me up with funny memes and gifs.

9. I look at real estate listings. I know that sounds so weird, but I LOVE looking at pictures of houses. I especially love finding old houses that have been restored. 

10. I call my mama. Or we chat online. We talk or chat at least once a day. Sometimes it's just a short check in, and other times we'll end up chatting for an hour or more. It's just nice to know my mom is there and even though I've stressed her out with my problems over the years, she's always there for me.