HAPPINESS
This word means so many things to so many people. Everyone has their own definition of happiness. For some, it's drugs that make their lives happier. Others, it's traveling the world. For me... Well, that answer is complicated.
As with most people who have depression, happiness can sometimes be something that needs to be pinned down or held tightly. For me, it's no different. Yes, I'm on meds. Yes, I see my therapist at least once a month. That doesn't fix things though, it just starts to heal them.
Everyone I know has an ideal future: plans, dreams, whatever it may contain, it's their ideal. My ideal is really simple, but something that seemingly will never be in my grasp. I want a stable house in a safe location, one or two kids, and to have the ability to take care of things financially without struggling. So, what is the whole point of this post?
Everyone is fighting for an ideal everyday, and even the most simple "You've got this" or "Good job" can go a long way. I have some friends who also have depression, and my rule is always to reach out to them with a simple message asking how life is, or what's up. I know that for me, that makes all the different in their happiness. Knowing that you have someone to talk to can sometimes even make the difference between life and death. I have one friend, we'll call her Y, who has supported me and always been there to talk to since before the last almost 5 years happened. Be that person for someone.
Alright, now that I got that out of the way, let me tell you what makes me happy on a day to day basis.
This picture. Honestly, I don't know what it is about this little girl, but she makes me feel very special when she decides to climb up into my lap and take a nap, or when she insists she needs to be scratched and pet.
This man. See those beautiful eyes? (Actually, don't see them. They're mine. :) ) He is so supportive and kind to me that sometimes I feel like I don't deserve it. I feel like my health, both mental and physical, sometimes makes me a mean, grumpy person, but he is steady and kind no matter what.
This goofy girl. Honestly, the fact that she insists on a hug whenever I get home makes me smile. She is so silly and incredibly needy, but wrapping her in a blanket makes her happy, and snuggling with her makes me happy.
These two. My family life is a little complicated, but my grandparents have always been kind to me. I can call my grandma to check in and she and I will talk for almost an hour every time. I'm really lucky to have these two. This year was their 65th anniversary! When I figured that out, I knew they had been married for over twice of my lifetime. I always say that my grandparents are definitely the ideal. I know they've had their struggles, as every couple does, but they kick butt and take names and love each other.
So, now that I have shown you some things that make me happy, it's your turn! What is one thing that helps make you happy? Also, what is your ideal? I am so excited to learn more about the people who I'm writing to!
Love you guys!
Susan
Everyone I know has an ideal future: plans, dreams, whatever it may contain, it's their ideal. My ideal is really simple, but something that seemingly will never be in my grasp. I want a stable house in a safe location, one or two kids, and to have the ability to take care of things financially without struggling. So, what is the whole point of this post?
Support means everything
Everyone is fighting for an ideal everyday, and even the most simple "You've got this" or "Good job" can go a long way. I have some friends who also have depression, and my rule is always to reach out to them with a simple message asking how life is, or what's up. I know that for me, that makes all the different in their happiness. Knowing that you have someone to talk to can sometimes even make the difference between life and death. I have one friend, we'll call her Y, who has supported me and always been there to talk to since before the last almost 5 years happened. Be that person for someone.
Alright, now that I got that out of the way, let me tell you what makes me happy on a day to day basis.
This picture. Honestly, I don't know what it is about this little girl, but she makes me feel very special when she decides to climb up into my lap and take a nap, or when she insists she needs to be scratched and pet.
This man. See those beautiful eyes? (Actually, don't see them. They're mine. :) ) He is so supportive and kind to me that sometimes I feel like I don't deserve it. I feel like my health, both mental and physical, sometimes makes me a mean, grumpy person, but he is steady and kind no matter what.
This goofy girl. Honestly, the fact that she insists on a hug whenever I get home makes me smile. She is so silly and incredibly needy, but wrapping her in a blanket makes her happy, and snuggling with her makes me happy.
These two. My family life is a little complicated, but my grandparents have always been kind to me. I can call my grandma to check in and she and I will talk for almost an hour every time. I'm really lucky to have these two. This year was their 65th anniversary! When I figured that out, I knew they had been married for over twice of my lifetime. I always say that my grandparents are definitely the ideal. I know they've had their struggles, as every couple does, but they kick butt and take names and love each other.
So, now that I have shown you some things that make me happy, it's your turn! What is one thing that helps make you happy? Also, what is your ideal? I am so excited to learn more about the people who I'm writing to!
Love you guys!
Susan
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