June flew by this year! Probably because I was so very, very busy. I think we can be TOO busy sometimes. I noticed that I was getting lost in the daily tasks a little bit and tried to add a bit more play into my day. Some days this made for a happy balance, but others it just made busier.
My goals for June were: Keep in touch with friends and get outside! It was a wonderful month of seeing friends I hadn't seen in a while! Going to lunch, grabbing a quick breakfast, a birthday party, meeting up for a relaxing chat in the evening sun, seeing family for games and sharing a meal and some laughter made for exciting things to look forward to. Seeing everyone added so many great memories as well. Two friends I saw this month were from out of the country, two were from out of state, one was a brand new person, and a few were from out of town. Regardless if they live down the street or just a few minutes away, it takes attention and intention to tend to lasting friendships. It was so rewarding to connect with the amazing people I care so much about.
Getting outdoors was the other happiness goal I had this month. I have to say whether it was a walk, a bike ride, practicing my swing at the driving range, taking a day trip to the beach, or gearing up for a fun family camping trip, I ALWAYS look forward to being outdoors! My adventure dog keeps me actively seeking new ways to be outside and I love that I have that daily motivation to move and explore. My favorite happiness addition this month was a second hand hammock. After a long day of work, I could lay in my hammock and read a book, take a quick nap, or just enjoy the feeling of swaying in the breeze! I felt more peaceful, relaxed and happy just sitting and enjoying the moment. Hammocks make me happy. :) Next month I will add a new goal to my happiness project.
July: Be Fearless.
My goals for June were: Keep in touch with friends and get outside! It was a wonderful month of seeing friends I hadn't seen in a while! Going to lunch, grabbing a quick breakfast, a birthday party, meeting up for a relaxing chat in the evening sun, seeing family for games and sharing a meal and some laughter made for exciting things to look forward to. Seeing everyone added so many great memories as well. Two friends I saw this month were from out of the country, two were from out of state, one was a brand new person, and a few were from out of town. Regardless if they live down the street or just a few minutes away, it takes attention and intention to tend to lasting friendships. It was so rewarding to connect with the amazing people I care so much about.
Getting outdoors was the other happiness goal I had this month. I have to say whether it was a walk, a bike ride, practicing my swing at the driving range, taking a day trip to the beach, or gearing up for a fun family camping trip, I ALWAYS look forward to being outdoors! My adventure dog keeps me actively seeking new ways to be outside and I love that I have that daily motivation to move and explore. My favorite happiness addition this month was a second hand hammock. After a long day of work, I could lay in my hammock and read a book, take a quick nap, or just enjoy the feeling of swaying in the breeze! I felt more peaceful, relaxed and happy just sitting and enjoying the moment. Hammocks make me happy. :) Next month I will add a new goal to my happiness project.
July: Be Fearless.
Remember
these are not just mini-month long experiments, but things that I will continue
to carry throughout the year. Next month I’ll continue to add to my
growing list of ideas for how to live a happier life. Feel free to try
them out with me!
January: Be Sarah- I am already enough. Smile
when you wake up. Keep on top of health, work, living arrangements,
chores, activities, exercise and be grateful.
February: Make mistakes. Do you best. Be
Generous.
March: Be present. Be Patient. Don’t settle for “I
am here…” go for “Here I am!”
April: Go somewhere new! Make some “I was here”
footprints. Life is full of setbacks. Success is determined by how you
handle your setbacks.
May: Be loving and love will come looking for
you. Get creative with your life.
June: Keep in touch with friends. Get
outside!
July: Be Fearless
