FIND JOY IN THE SIMPLE THINGS
Are you waiting for that grand thing to happen? While you are at it, don't overlook the supposedly simple things you have going for you.
The simple things ground us. They remind us of what’s real: connection, peace, love, and contentment. When we anchor our happiness to small, everyday blessings, we find stability even when life feels uncertain. Simple joy doesn’t depend on perfect conditions; it thrives in imperfect moments.
Finding joy in simple things isn’t about lowering your expectations; it’s about raising your awareness. When you begin to notice the small miracles around you, life feels fuller. You realize that joy was never missing; it was simply waiting for you to slow down enough to see it.
Finding joy in simple things is a choice. It’s deciding that even when life feels heavy, we’ll still look for light. It’s refusing to let hurry, comparison, or disappointment blind us to the good that remains.
“It is not how much we have, but how much we enjoy, that makes happiness.”-Charles Spurgeon.
Here is a list of simple things that can bring you joy.
1. The smell of rain after a long dry day
2. A child’s laughter echoing down the street.
3. Sharing roasted corn or plantain with a friend.
4. Morning light filtering through your curtain.
5. A neighbour greeting you warmly with “Good morning!
6. The sound of birds at dawn; that soft reminder that a new day has come.
7. The first sip of cold water on a hot afternoon.
8. Listening to old songs that carry memories.
9. Freshly washed clothes fluttering in the breeze.
10. A sincere compliment from someone who truly means it.
11. Sitting outside at night, watching the stars.
12. Power returning after hours of outage; that sudden cheer in the house!
13. The smell of food cooking from another compound.
14. A heartfelt prayer whispered before bed.
15. Dancing freely to your favourite song (alone or with friends).
16. The laughter shared over a simple meal.
17. Hearing your mother’s or grandmother’s voice telling a story.
18. The feeling of clean sheets and cool air before sleep.
19. Watching children play with total abandon.
20. Sitting under a tree and doing absolutely nothing.
21. The first fruits of a small garden you planted yourself.
22. Being seen and understood, no explanations needed.
23. A long conversation that ends with peace and laughter.
24. Seeing the sky turn orange at sunset.
25. The smell of shea butter or coconut oil after a bath.
26. Finding old photos and smiling at how far you’ve come.
27. A quiet moment of gratitude when you realize you’re okay-truly okay.
2. A child’s laughter echoing down the street.
3. Sharing roasted corn or plantain with a friend.
4. Morning light filtering through your curtain.
5. A neighbour greeting you warmly with “Good morning!
6. The sound of birds at dawn; that soft reminder that a new day has come.
7. The first sip of cold water on a hot afternoon.
8. Listening to old songs that carry memories.
9. Freshly washed clothes fluttering in the breeze.
10. A sincere compliment from someone who truly means it.
11. Sitting outside at night, watching the stars.
12. Power returning after hours of outage; that sudden cheer in the house!
13. The smell of food cooking from another compound.
14. A heartfelt prayer whispered before bed.
15. Dancing freely to your favourite song (alone or with friends).
16. The laughter shared over a simple meal.
17. Hearing your mother’s or grandmother’s voice telling a story.
18. The feeling of clean sheets and cool air before sleep.
19. Watching children play with total abandon.
20. Sitting under a tree and doing absolutely nothing.
21. The first fruits of a small garden you planted yourself.
22. Being seen and understood, no explanations needed.
23. A long conversation that ends with peace and laughter.
24. Seeing the sky turn orange at sunset.
25. The smell of shea butter or coconut oil after a bath.
26. Finding old photos and smiling at how far you’ve come.
27. A quiet moment of gratitude when you realize you’re okay-truly okay.
Which of the above brought a smile? You can add others.
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