What are 5 everyday things that bring you happiness?
Let’s be honest—life isn’t a Bollywood movie where violins play in the background while we sip chai on our balconies. No, in my version, the violins are replaced by my kids yelling over who touched the remote first, and the chai? Cold. Again.
But amidst this delightful chaos called motherhood-meets-career-meets-how-am-I-still-awake, I have found five everyday, unsung heroes that bring me pure, unfiltered joy. The kind that doesn’t demand a filter or a vacation in Bali.
1. Quality Time with My Kids (a.k.a The CEO and CFO of My Life)
They say children are like pancakes. The first one is a bit experimental, and by the third, you’ve nailed it—but let me tell you, each one is a gourmet dish with unexpected spices. Be it a pillow fight, a sudden hug, or a deep question like “Why can’t we name our dog ‘Wi-Fi’?”—those tiny, unscripted moments remind me why I choose this beautiful madness every day.
“Sometimes the smallest things take up the most room in your heart.” – Winnie the Pooh
Also, my kids have a magical power—they can sense my phone in hand from 300 meters and suddenly need me urgently. Talented little humans, aren’t they?
2. Writing a Blog or Daily Prompt (My Mental Gymnastics)
There’s a certain magic when fingers tap the keyboard and spill thoughts that even your bestie hasn’t heard yet. Some days I write wisdom; other days it’s just “I want biryani.” But every word is therapy.
I once wrote a blog post titled “Dear Guilt, You’re Not Invited Today.” It got four likes—two were mine. But it helped me breathe better that day.
“Writing is the painting of the voice.” – Voltaire
3. Reading a Book (With One Eye on the Stove)
Escaping into a book while sambhar simmers is an art form. My bookshelf has seen it all—from fiction to parenting hacks to How to Stay Zen When Your Child Asks 43 Questions in 4 Minutes.
Books don’t judge. They don’t ask if you’ve showered. They just whisper, “Come, let’s escape together.”
“You can’t buy happiness, but you can buy books—and that’s kind of the same thing.”
4. Chit Chatting with Friends (My Emotional Recharge Station)
Friendship after 30 hits different. It’s no longer about sleepovers; it’s about surviving parenthood, managing work deadlines, and hiding snacks from your own children.
Our WhatsApp groups are a mix of memes, voice notes, unsolicited medical advice, and “What are you cooking today?” Because sometimes, adulting needs a support group with emojis.
“Good friends are like stars. You don’t always see them, but you know they’re always there (scrolling silently in your group chat).”
5. Me-Time (10 Whole Minutes of Glory)
Ten minutes. No noise. No questions. No “Mummaaaa!” Just me, my thoughts, and possibly a piece of chocolate I’ve hidden in a top-secret location (read: behind the oats jar).
I might stare at the wall, do a quick face massage, or scroll reels that tell me how to stay productive while I… stay unproductive. Those ten minutes are sacred. A ritual. A rebellion against the ticking clock.
“Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes… including you.” – Anne Lamott
A Thought to Ponder: Happiness doesn’t always arrive with trumpets and confetti. Sometimes, it sneaks in quietly during a laugh with your child, a sentence that flows effortlessly, or a stolen chocolate at 11 PM. So, treasure your tiny sparks—they’re the real fireworks of life.
Now, tell me—what are your five tiny sparks? Or are you still looking for the chocolate behind the oats jar?
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