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1. Count your blessings (Gratitude Journal)
Related reading: How to get more pleasure in your life
2. Practice acts of kindness
Related reading: Positive Psychology – Random acts of kindness
3. Savour life’s joys (momentary pleasures)
Related reading: The difference between savouring and flow
Capturing and savouring a happy moment
4. Thank a mentor
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During my last positive psychology class we discussed how to distinguish between savouring and flow, two ways of appreciating moments of happiness.
Savouring is the appreciation and enjoyment of a current moment. Example: When I went to the beach a couple of weeks ago I stood on the shore and took the moment in. I enjoyed the beautiful scenery, I felt the sand underneath my feet, I could feel the warmth of the sun on my skin, I listened to the sound of the waves and the screeching of the seabirds and took a deep breath of the salty sea air. I savoured this moment and didn’t want to get out of it. I decided to make a picture of the scene. Now the photograph is hanging on my wall, but it’s not just a pretty picture. Whenever I feel like it, I look at it more closely and recall the moment with all it’s associated impressions and feelings. Read the rest of this entry »
Yesterday was a warm and sunny Sunday. I sat on the beach looked at the sea, listened to the sound of the waves and birds. I closed my eyes and took a deep breath – taking in the heavy salty sea breeze.
I savour such tranquil moments and like to go back to them whenever I feel the need to relax and think about something beautiful and inspiring.
Here are some ideas on how you can capture such precious moments in you life:
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