LightMeadow Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 In an effort to treat my depression, I've been doing whatever makes me happy. I've found little cures that can lift me out of a sour mood or at least alleviate some of the darkness. Here's some of what makes me happy: -Writing-Friends & Family-Candles-Showers-TV Shows-Walks-Books-Animals-A clean environment-Making lists-Wearing cute outfits-Listening and singing along to music. What makes you happy? 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ladysmurf Posted September 15, 2015 Share Posted September 15, 2015 It does not take a lot for me to be happy. I am not sure if the fact that I have suffered all most of my life from MDD and anxiety has made me realize that the little / free things in life are things that I should look forward to. I enjoy being around friends (when I am not anxious) animals (especially dogs) music, nature and being with the people I love. I didn't grow up very rich, my parents got married very young, and they didn't even finish high school. they worked minimum wage jobs, but I love them, I never missed anything. So I am not really the type of person who will be happy with fancy, expensive things, but everyone has their own things they enjoy so I don't want to judge. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaLee Posted September 16, 2015 Share Posted September 16, 2015 Sitting on my front porch looking out at the fields and pondsWatching the chickens, especially the babies. They are so funny.CoffeeThe sun coming up over the trees, some mornings it is just so beautiful. I wish I could paint it.The deer out in the field, even if they did eat my entire garden, they are still pretty to look atPainting my nailsWhen I manage to do a cross stitch pattern correctly, I am relearning how to do it and I had forgotten how hard it can be. I still mess up a lot on the little ones.My house being clean 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mavigo Posted September 17, 2015 Share Posted September 17, 2015 Walking in the sunlight, listening to calm music, socializing with friends, cleaning up the house. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sober4life Posted September 18, 2015 Share Posted September 18, 2015 I still enjoy playing video games 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shio Posted September 18, 2015 Share Posted September 18, 2015 Sitting on my front porch looking out at the fields and pondsWatching the chickens, especially the babies. They are so funny.CoffeeThe sun coming up over the trees, some mornings it is just so beautiful. I wish I could paint it.The deer out in the field, even if they did eat my entire garden, they are still pretty to look atPainting my nailsWhen I manage to do a cross stitch pattern correctly, I am relearning how to do it and I had forgotten how hard it can be. I still mess up a lot on the little ones.My house being cleanHi JaLee, your country life style sounds wonderful. I need to make a deck to be able to sit outside and look at the mountains and wildlife. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shio Posted September 18, 2015 Share Posted September 18, 2015 The more i read how cleaning up one's house makes me realise ---so do I!!! - my dogs sleeping along side me when in bed- sleeping with the window open (It was wonderful to hear the coyotes last night)- listening to the wind blow or rain fall on our house- listening to lil birds singing when i go for a walk- seeing the first robin of the year- long walks with my dogs- horses- friends who make me laugh - bakes chips ;) 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orso Posted September 19, 2015 Share Posted September 19, 2015 when my husband makes coffee or cooks for usthe catsunshinewarm breezespeople who do kind things for strangers (yes, this does really happen)kidshearing ppl laughseeing ppl smile when they're readinglistening to friends speak to each otherurban wildlife - the sparrow who jumped on the cafe table and demanded a piece of muffin!!my friends' goofy dogs 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wrenn84 Posted September 19, 2015 Share Posted September 19, 2015 Spending time with my dogMy home being cleanTaking my car to the car wash the self wash kind and cleaning it in and outPaying my bills on timeEating fresh healthy foodWalkingWorking outHot yoga Watching something funny and laughing Winter scenesSnowSunsetsThe mountainsWildlifeHighway driving in remote or rural areasCanola fields in late summerThe sky 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LightMeadow Posted September 26, 2015 Author Share Posted September 26, 2015 I'm so glad to see people respond to this! If you like cute animals, I have a ton on my blog. It makes me happy looking through it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RatBoy Posted September 26, 2015 Share Posted September 26, 2015 Some of the critters and plants around my house. My mother lived in this house from 1986 until Christmas 2012; she died in the hospital on January 1, 2013 at age 95. And when she moved here, one of the first things she did was to plant a garden. Her "truck patch" was about the size of a one-car garage; she planted tomatoes, green peppers, and okra, but some years you'd find carrots, corn, green-striped cushaws, zucchini, and other edibles. She always had more than she needed, and shared with relatives, neighbors, and I usually had some to take to work to share with coworkers and my boss... I sometimes say that's how I lasted so long there! And she had several flower beds around the house with interesting things you don't always see in folks' flower beds - snow on the mountains, hollyhocks, blue cat whiskers, princess feathers, four o'clocks, touch-me-nots, curly-leaved basil, cypress vines, sage, poke. Also some irises, a rose bush, and some tiger lilies, and part of one section of fence has some honeysuckle growing on it. And it was a great backyard to "hang" in... butterflies, the odd hummingbird, orb weaver spiders (one year and one year only, we were treated to a couple of the large gorgeous females!), a rabbit or two. Sorry... the moles were UNwelcome!). Well, since she died, I've not kept up the momentum. I don't have her green thumb; as well, for the first year I was still working full-time. So the vegetable garden is now seeded over with grass, and several of the beds have also returned to grass. But some of her legacy remains - some of the stuff is perennial, and has returned - the sage. The four o'clocks (I think they'd survive a nuclear holocaust!), the cypress vines, the poke. And when I wander around the house, I see many of the same critters. It's kind of reassuring. And there's a pattern - a timing to what/when blooms appear. Just kind of nice. I trim and garden shrub a little. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
koala324 Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 Things the little things that make me happy...-Running-Playing some of my favorite games-Making people's day better-Talking to my family-Helping people-Watching some of my favorite TV shows-Listening to PS I Love You XOXO-Music ? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shio Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 Some of the critters and plants around my house. My mother lived in this house from 1986 until Christmas 2012; she died in the hospital on January 1, 2013 at age 95. And when she moved here, one of the first things she did was to plant a garden. Her "truck patch" was about the size of a one-car garage; she planted tomatoes, green peppers, and okra, but some years you'd find carrots, corn, green-striped cushaws, zucchini, and other edibles. She always had more than she needed, and shared with relatives, neighbors, and I usually had some to take to work to share with coworkers and my boss... I sometimes say that's how I lasted so long there! And she had several flower beds around the house with interesting things you don't always see in folks' flower beds - snow on the mountains, hollyhocks, blue cat whiskers, princess feathers, four o'clocks, touch-me-nots, curly-leaved basil, cypress vines, sage, poke. Also some irises, a rose bush, and some tiger lilies, and part of one section of fence has some honeysuckle growing on it. And it was a great backyard to "hang" in... butterflies, the odd hummingbird, orb weaver spiders (one year and one year only, we were treated to a couple of the large gorgeous females!), a rabbit or two. Sorry... the moles were UNwelcome!). Well, since she died, I've not kept up the momentum. I don't have her green thumb; as well, for the first year I was still working full-time. So the vegetable garden is now seeded over with grass, and several of the beds have also returned to grass. But some of her legacy remains - some of the stuff is perennial, and has returned - the sage. The four o'clocks (I think they'd survive a nuclear holocaust!), the cypress vines, the poke. And when I wander around the house, I see many of the same critters. It's kind of reassuring. And there's a pattern - a timing to what/when blooms appear. Just kind of nice. I trim and garden shrub a little.Ratboy I can literally imagine being there hearing, seeing and smelling - it's a wonderful memory - hand onto it as it brings joy to not only your heart but mine as well. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shio Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 More of the little things that make me happy. Seeing my mother smile and laugh Hugging my dogs and telling them I love you Cool fall days, wearing my favorite warm jacket and walking upon the yellow leaves on the ground. Hearing a squirl chattering away in the woods Hearing a raven chortle as it flies over me. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cupcake_girl Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 * I adore my cat, he's just so cute.. * Flowers* My volunteer job * Having an honest conversation with someone* Seeing a child smile * When my hair is looking nice * Coming home after a work day 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoldenEve Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 The wagging tail of my dogs when I arrive home from workPhone call from my daughter just to tell me Mom I love youPlaying games on my tablet especially minions paradise Every Friday's afternoon or the day before my vacationWinter's first snow and all the Christmas decoration everywhereTaking a walk with my dogs in the nature and watching them react to all the noises aroundMy partner Dan telling and showing me everyday how much he love's me 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orso Posted October 20, 2015 Share Posted October 20, 2015 the sound of the steel drum - I always have to smile when I hear it - one of the best sounds in the worldthe smell of roasting coffeethe call of the redwinged blackbird 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JD4010 Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 My 15 minute commute to/from work--it's on foot! I avoid all of the road rage that other commuters deal with. And it's a pretty walk. My kitties both jumping on me when I go to bed. They sleep on or near me all night. Seeing an old car or truck go down the street. I could care less about new vehicles, but the sight & sound of an old one makes me feel great. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
in the shadows Posted October 23, 2015 Share Posted October 23, 2015 Talking or texting with a friend . 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orso Posted October 23, 2015 Share Posted October 23, 2015 a cup of hot tea on a cool morning! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Mozzer Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 -My family(this includes my pets they are part of the family)-Listening to music especially Morrissey/The Smiths-Drawing and painting and just being creative-A really cold diet coke-Reading 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shawn81 Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 Things that make me feel less bad... Getting immersed in a great video game, which hasn't happened in a really long time.Getting immersed in a great sci-fi tv show, like binge-watching Xena, or Star Trek, etc. Slightly more effective than a game.Listening to metal. The more aggressive, the better I feel for whatever reason as long as there is a melody. Lately, Babymetal has had the best affect.Daydreaming of affection/not being alone. Temporary effect, until I snap out of it.Going for a drive. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orso Posted October 30, 2015 Share Posted October 30, 2015 the thought of doing something with a friendjust seeing my cat - if she is doing something sweet or silly, it's an added bonusdoing some small thing for my husbandcompleting a choretaking a break with my husband 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
in the shadows Posted November 3, 2015 Share Posted November 3, 2015 Playing with my sisters dog . 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scienceguy Posted November 3, 2015 Share Posted November 3, 2015 reading a good bookWorkingtalking to people I don,t knowGoing to therapyDrinkingSome of my pills I takeSeeing the sunsetThe family petsTalking to my sisterGoing out to eatGoing to amusment parksWatxching tvplaying video gamespaintinglisting to piano musictrying to teach myself to play the pianoreading things on the internet playing tennis 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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