Fifteen of my Favorite Feelings

If have not seen the video, “Fifteen of my Favourite Feelings,” by Estée Lalonde, I would highly recommend watching it. It is one of my favorite videos of hers because it is so positive and really focuses on things that make you feel at your best self. I was inspired by this video to list fifteen of my favorite feelings and moments that put me in a positive mood, no matter how small or quirky they may be.

WARM COFFEE OR HOT CHOCOLATE ON A COLD, WINTER MORNING

I work in the same office with my mother and we arrive at work very early in the morning. I love having a warm cup of coffee or a hot chocolate to start the day when it is chilly. When she surprises me with a cup of coffee, it puts me in such a good mood that I feel like I can start the day with a clear head and not focusing on how much I despise cold weather.

LOUNGING AROUND IN MY PINK, FLUFFY ROBE

Don’t you have that one article of clothing that makes you feel complete when you are wearing? For me, that is my fluffy pink robe. As obnoxious as I look when I am wearing it, it is my favorite item to wear when I need that extra boost of comfort.

Arriving at home after a long day

I recent months, I have been making an effort to go out and do more; especially since those who I have been surrounding myself with lately would rather be out of the house than lounging around. That is definitely what I need and I absolutely love the feeling of going out and seeing more than my computer screen, however, my bed still feels amazing and I love laying in it after a long day.

Clean makeup brushes

I am terrible at washing my makeup brushes and I know it. It is definitely a habit that I need to do more because the feeling of clean makeup brushes on your skin is something that you cannot recreate anywhere. I have not been wearing makeup lately, but I did just wash my brushes so the next time I decide to put on a full face of makeup, my skin will be in for a treat.

Saying “I love you,” and hearing it in return

The phrase “I love you” is one that is often overused and thrown around. Saying it can leave you feeling vulnerable and open to hurt, so allowing yourself to say that and hearing the one you love say it back can lead to an overwhelming feeling of happiness.

Holding hands

My heart smiles when our fingers intertwine. Something about holding hands puts my mind at ease and just brings be back down to earth.

Broken in shoes

New shoes are great, but new shoes can also be very uncomfortable if you are wearing them for the first time for an extended period of time. The minute those shoes are broken in, you enter a new dimension. You can conquer the world because it feels like those shoes were made specifically for your feet.

being genuinely appreciated

I love telling the people that I love how much I love and appreciate them because I know that it has a positive impact on their mood. Hearing that in return instantly brightens up my day. All of the hard work, love, energy, and time that I put into any task, job or relationship that I have does not need to be acknowledged by anyone, but it is nice when it is.

Driving with the windows down and the music blasting

Screaming my favorite songs at the top of my lungs into the summer breeze extends sunshine from the sky to my soul.

A moment of steady breathing after an anxiety attack

Living with depression and anxiety can be a struggle. You have your good days and you have your bad days. Sometimes, you have even worse than bad days. The moment of clarity, where your heart slows to a normal rate, when you can breathe again, when you can smile again…that is a feeling that nothing can touch. You’ve made it through and you know that better days are coming.

Waking up next to the one I love

Opening my eyes and seeing the one I love, still sleeping and snoring, puts a smile on my face first thing in the morning. I love it and I always feel so lucky.

Cuddles from pooches

Is there anything better than dogs? No. So cuddling with my favorite dogs and telling them how much I love them brings me so much joy. Seeing the look on their beautiful faces makes me smile and talk in baby talk that is despised by so many. I don’t care though and will continue to do it until my last breath.

Laughing ridiculously hard with my best friends who I have known for years

I have some of the best friends. I have known this wonderful group of ladies and one gentleman for years, some since elementary school. Many of my best memories are because of these wonderful people and I love and appreciate every moment that I get to spend laughing with them. I cannot imagine a life without them and I don’t wish to. I feel lucky to have friends like this in my life because some don’t get to have that.

Happy endings for my favorite fictional characters

Like many people who have their favorite shows and characters, it is a lovely feeling when they get their happy ending complete with their success and love. It feels like you had some part in their success because you had been rooting for them all along and they finally got what you felt they rightfully deserved. Pat yourself on the back because you helped them reach their full potential. you did that.

And finally, taking off my bra!

Do I really need to explain this one?

I could go on about my favorite feelings, but these were the fifteen that stuck out to me at the time. These definitely help me to feel like I am at my best self. What are some of your favorite feelings? I'd be interested in hearing them.