As we see more and more holiday gift guides, articles
espousing the perfectness of glitzy products, I’d like to offer an alternative
perspective.
We don’t need to buy things to make our lives beautiful or
joyous. We don’t need more glamorous items in our lives to find happiness and
contentment. We can find these wonderful qualities in what’s already in front
of us.
Most moments, I forget this. In my best moments, I remember,
and my heart expands with love for life and everyone around me.
In my mind, these things are perfect, and are proof that we
don’t need to buy anything to be happy, cool, excited, contented:
A quiet morning.
A walk outdoors.
Reading one of those books sitting on your shelves.
A cup of tea, drunk slowly.
A hug.
Meditation.
An avocado.
Berries, savored.
A good workout.
Time to practice sketching.
A song that gets you dancing.
Creating something.
This current moment.
A connection with someone else.
The light of the dying day.
Fallen leaves.
Warmth.
Love.
Learning something new.
Someone wanting your attention.
A friend.
Coconut.
Reflecting on life, in a journal.
People laughing around you.
Imagining future possibilities.
A bite of mango, lingered over.
Writing a love note to someone you miss.
Solitude.
Knowing that you love yourself.
You.
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