101 Things I Love

Posted by admin on Jul 14, 2009 in happiness | 9 comments

Eat dessert first.

Rewarding myself is something I try to practice daily. It’s my way of taking care of myself – refueling – so I have the energy to take care of others. It’s not easy because we’re taught that indulging in what we love is selfish. But trust me, it’s vital to staying creative and feeling amazing. It sends a message that I am important and vital. And when I’m feeling good, others get the benefit of my strength.

So what is your source of rocket fuel? They say it takes 21 days to create a new habit so come up with your own personalized recharging plan. Start by listing 101 things that make you giddy and drunk with pleasure. Then make sure you add as many of these things to your daily routine. Once you get started, you can’t imagine a day without just a bit of me time.

101 Things I Love

1. Laughing until I have tears in my eyes.
2. Scuba diving.
3. Trying a new recipe.
4. Picking fresh veg from my new garden.
5. Going for a run at sunrise.
6. Watching a good movie that sticks with me for days afterwards.
7. Snowboarding on fresh powder.
8. Waking up in a foreign country.
9. Meeting people who openly express themselves.
10. Seeing an old couple holding hands.
11. The taste of white peaches.
12. Every single yoga class I have ever taken.
13. Driving through Europe with the top down on the convertible.
14. Walking in a warm tropical rains.
15. Dancing.
16. Reading a good book from start to finish in one setting.
17. Baking.
18. Eating what I baked.
19. Going someplace with no electricity, telephone, or internet.
20. Hooking up with a friend I haven’t seen in years.
21. Making new friends.
22. Hiking a mountain.
23. A cold beer after mowing the lawn.
24. The sounds of a children’s playground.
25. Seeing a show at Red Rocks in Colorado.
26. Meditating.
27. Taking photos.
28. Learning a new language.
29. Launching a new product.
30. Writing.
31. Riding my bike on windy country roads.
32. Listening to an opera singer in an old French chapel.
33. The new Mercedes GLK.
34. Getting my teeth cleaned. Really!
35. Swimming in the sea with the feel of salt water on my skin afterwards.
36. The smell of lilac bushes in the Spring.
37. Horseback riding in Colorado.
38. A free upgrade on my flight.
39. Afternoon naps.
40. Playing with my nephews and nieces.
41. Sushi.
42. Helping someone get ahead.
43. Hanging out with my family.
44. A cup of hot tea in the morning.
45. Chatting with my hairdresser as she makes me look gorgeous.
46. Putting together a cool new outfit with old clothes.
47. Shoe shopping in Paris.
48. Riding the trains through Europe, Asia, or India.
49. Picking berries then making crumble.
50. Banana pancakes.
51. Donating to a good cause.
52. Going to a black box theater.
53. Visiting any art museum.
54. The smell of fresh coffee.
55. Thunderstorms.
56. Riding on the back of Colin’s motorbike.
57. Farmers markets.
58. Getting a massage.
59. Sipping wine while listening to good tunes.
60. Picking out a present for a friend.
61. Riding in a massive semi-truck.
62. Taking a long hot bath on a cold winter night.
63. Sailing.
64. Crawling into bed with the smell of line dried sheets.
65. Find a color of lipstick that works.
66. Winning any sort of prize.
67. Throwing a party.
68. Taking in a view over a city.
69. Watching my friends win.
70. The sound of piano music.
71. Reading gossip magazines at the salon.
72. Drawing.
73. Comedy shows.
74. European chocolate.
75. The sound of my husband coming home.
76. Singing in the shower.
77. Discovery a great hole in the wall restaurant.
78. Soft sweaters.
79. Ice cream. Pretty much any flavor.
80. Dressing up for a party or show.
81. Buying plants.
82. Browsing book stores.
83. Writing a letter to a friend for no reason.
84. Trying unidentifiable food from stalls in foreign markets.
85. Giving a talk.
86. Listening to a good story (but not gossip!).
87. Cooking a grand meal with Colin.
88. Making the impossible happen.
89. Eating outdoors.
90. Stretching in the morning.
91. Doing my nails.
92. Getting a facial.
93. Working from home.
94. Laying in bed day dreaming.
95. Playing mind bender games on my iPod.
96. Finding a penny & leaving it heads side up for the next person.
97. Chatting with teenagers. It’s fascinating.
98. People watching at Waterloo station.
99. Playing with puppies.
100. Treating myself to a whole new outfit.
101. Redecorating the house!