Beautiful. I make a practice every week of writing down little moments of happiness in my phone, and compiling the list on Facebook on Fridays. And I absolutely agree that it's not about being relentlessly positive - I also share when things are sad, and frustrating, because what's the point if I'm not bringing my whole self? But even hard weeks have those glimmers of beauty.
Wonderfully written and an important reminder that it is all “just life” — the joy and sorrow. Clearly you’ve done magnificent work in bringing joy to your life in the midst of great sorrow.
I love this! I have kept gratitude journals, but have needed lately something to bring myself back to a fresh perspective. I think maybe this is it! Noticing and logging tiny joys, for a while, instead!
Thanks, Katie--I needed this. So much wisdom from such a youngster! I'm twice your age, but not nearly so insightful. Your essays are much appreciated.
Thank you so much for this. I'm sharing it with a friend who is going through her own grief journey. I'm so happy you've found a way to appreciate the small joys and to find your path forward after losing someone you loved so much.
Beautiful. I make a practice every week of writing down little moments of happiness in my phone, and compiling the list on Facebook on Fridays. And I absolutely agree that it's not about being relentlessly positive - I also share when things are sad, and frustrating, because what's the point if I'm not bringing my whole self? But even hard weeks have those glimmers of beauty.
I love this idea! What a lovely practice and a simple way to model it for others.
Wonderfully written and an important reminder that it is all “just life” — the joy and sorrow. Clearly you’ve done magnificent work in bringing joy to your life in the midst of great sorrow.
Thank you, Lisa. That means a lot!
Simply beautiful and so eloquently said, Katie. Thank you for this.
Thank you, Lori!
Thank you for sharing your sorrow and the glimmers that light the path on the darkest of spaces. Sending lots of healing love. ❤️
Thank you for reading, Rosa ❤️
I love this! I have kept gratitude journals, but have needed lately something to bring myself back to a fresh perspective. I think maybe this is it! Noticing and logging tiny joys, for a while, instead!
That makes me happy! I hope it works for you!
Brilliant. Those small pockets of happiness are just wonderful and can be pulled from the slightest things. Great piece.
Thank you, Jon!
Thanks, Katie--I needed this. So much wisdom from such a youngster! I'm twice your age, but not nearly so insightful. Your essays are much appreciated.
That’s very kind, Caroline! Thank you.
Thank you so much for this. I'm sharing it with a friend who is going through her own grief journey. I'm so happy you've found a way to appreciate the small joys and to find your path forward after losing someone you loved so much.
This made me smile and was my little joy for the day, thank you for sharing this <3