Well, I've experienced one of life's biggies - the death of my mom. A comment from my D_I_L led reminded me that I have so much to be grateful for. One very small thing is finding a beautiful photo of Mom 2 years after my birth which perfectly captures who she is.
And, today is the first day that I've found myself beginning to feel normal since June 4th, and maybe since before that as she spent the last two months of her earth time hospitalized.
Being content (maybe happy) is also an important part of life for humans, so I believe. And there are many who carry on research to define what brings happiness and just what is happiness.
One finding is that being grateful is a positive.
Another, being outside (though I'm sure there are some definitions on what being outside means).
Another, I'm calling 'doing random acts of kindness'. It's about being giving. But that doesn't quite capture it, either. One report calls it 'doing a kindness'
Another, is sincerely saying 'Thank you'
Being present / spending time with friends is another, not always being alone. But what if the solitary life is meaningful for you? Do hermits die young (if they have access to a healthy diet and good medical care?)
Do something that takes focus / attention that is satisfying or learn something new.
Sleep is one of the body's most effective way to recover from the demands that any stress makes on you. Stress is physical, not emotional.
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