Small Joys: A Buzzfeed 'Amazing New Book You Need to Read ASAP'

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It feels good to live on the edge. That's why skydiving and surfing are so popular. You can reap the rewards of this life in the fast lane sensation but taking small risks in ordinary activities. If you're a surfer, try to catch a slightly bigger wave that you might have otherwise passed up. Experiencing a little risk will increase your enjoyment of whatever activity you're engaged in. 76. Don't Over-Indulge Inside: What are your simple joys in life? Here is why intentionally listing them is helpful and 77 ideas to get you started. In one experiment, cold callers at the University of Michigan who spent time with a recipient of the scholarship they were trying to raise money for brought in 171% more money when compared with those who were merely working the phone. The simple act of meeting a student beneficiary provided meaning to the fundraisers and boosted their performance.

Do it not once, but three, four, five times in a row. Force out a few big, long ones even if you're feeling fully energized and alert. Yawning can improve your memory and lower stress, neuroscientists say. Think of it as wiping away the clutter in your brain and giving yourself a clean slate. 41. Take a Power NapIt’s a great way to start or end your day by thinking about even just a few of the things you’re grateful for. Many thanks to @scribneruk @simonandschusteruk for the arc via @netgalley. Small Joys was published this month and is available on audio on @scribd. I adored Small Joys – a sweet, moving, funny, strikingly open story. I don’t know if I’ve ever rooted so much for a protagonist as I did for Harley – what a gorgeous novel.’ Jennifer Saint, No. 1 bestselling author of Elektra

First the pluses. I think Harley is an amazing lead character and his relationships with his friends (and, of course, Muddy) is the biggest strength of his book. I found the Finlay/Harley relationship particularly fascinating and beautiful. You don't often get to see relationships between gay and straight men portrayed this way. I found myself highlighting passage after passage, until the whole book almost seemed highlighted. It’s beautifully written, told with a brutal honesty and carefully chosen words. And while it would probably be considered a slow-paced novel, I didn’t want to set it down, desperate to know if Harley would be okay.When you’re intentional with noticing what you’re grateful for and writing it down, it helps to shift your mindset and improve how you’re feeling. If you don’t believe me, try it yourself for a month and see what happens. CWs: homophobia, suicidal ideation, self harm, racism, homophobic & racist violence, past sexual assault, attempted suicide As you practice looking for simple joys and writing down what you’re grateful for, it will increase your happiness. When I was initially creating my simple joys in life list, it felt challenging to come up with my goal number for that week. However, the longer we continued to practice it, the easier it became and the more things I noticed. How to Notice the Simple Joys in Life

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own. Thank you to Ballantine Books and Netgalley for providing me with an advance copy. A beautiful, moving story of love, male intimacy, chosen family and finding self worth.' Paul Mendez, author of Rainbow Milk How people find meaning in their work is a topic of much interest to management experts. One research paper by Wharton management professor Adam Grant explained that what motivates employees is “doing work that affects the well-being of others” and to “see or meet the people affected by their work.”Studies show that people who hold a position of power, whether in a personal relationship or in the workplace, lead happier lives than those with less authority. 89. Spend Time With Happy people Spontaneity brings growth and new experiences. It can also help you overcome shyness and build better relationships. 80. Take a Hot Shower Studies show that workers who eat lunch outside the office — a park bench, a cafe, the beach— feel happier after the meal than those who eat at their desk. 87. Make the Bed