The Holidays are Over. You can Breathe Now.
The Holidays seemed to be really fucking tough for folks this year. Myself included. I found myself laying in bed last night after midnight as my two good friends and partner could be heard laughing and chatting. Their happiness gave me comfort, but ultimately I just felt sad.
If NYE this year left you feeling unsure about the purpose of continuing to do this thing called living, I don’t think you’re alone. I made this list of things that make it worth it for me, in hopes that it may help others. Share it with anyone you feel may need a bit of a reminder.
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Sunsets and sunrises
Mountains
The ocean
My dogs
Good music
Art
Camping
Road tripping
Deep and meaningful conversation
Concerts
Summer festivals
Rock climbing
My close friends
My chosen family
Sex
The Great Lakes
All the places I still want to travel to
Books and reading
Losing myself in nature
Feeling moments of love and happiness
Feeling sand under my feet
Loving partners
The smell of Fall
The sound of waves
The feeling of take off in a plane
Moments when I feel a sense of awe
A really good belly laugh
Anime
Manga
Laying by a fire
Hot coffee
Delicious food and all the foods I have yet to try
People I love enjoying themselves
My niece and nephew
A really good movie
Wandering a new city or town with no time limit or purpose
Fresh baked goods
Playing board games with friends who enjoy board games
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What keeps you around? What would you add to this list?
Be as well as you can be 💜
The Holidays are Over. You can Breathe Now.