Too often, we exhaust the world and ourselves in an effort to find the biggest pleasures - while around us exists a wealth of small pleasures, that if only we were more focused, could slowly and quietly bring us joy and solace at minimal cost and effort. But then we have some encouragement. That there are still small pleasures to be found in this world. Here are some suggestions for how to find and pursue them.
Small pleasures provide us with a break from the stress of day to day living. In today's fast paced world, we often find ourselves with little time to enjoy the small pleasures in life. The small pleasures can bring a sense of renewal and rejuvenation. It's no wonder that one of the most commonly mentioned words in the Senses is "Satisfaction." As an emotion, satisfaction brings with it the promise of more things to come. So how do you find the small pleasures?
One of the best ways is to simply appreciate what you already have. The small pleasures that you enjoy right now will add up to greater things to come. So, even if you haven't found the greatest thing in your life today, make sure not to lose sight of the fact that there are plenty of things to look forward to. This is an important reminder, because while small pleasures may seem like drudgery at first, they are the pieces of the puzzle that begins to make the big picture start to come into view.
While small pleasures can be found anywhere, one of the best places to experience them is at a place where you know you won't be disturbed. If you're at home, that's probably the best place for small pleasures. At work, however, distractions abound. For this reason, it's often better to be outdoors.
You can find small pleasures just about anywhere. Even without the benefit of being at home, you can find many small pleasures by simply enjoying the sights and sounds around you. Find time to stop for a quick bite to eat outside. This is an easy way to get pleasure from the small things in life that aren't usually considered "pleasures". There are endless opportunities to find small joys by simply looking around you.
Another good way to discover small pleasures is to take advantage of technology. If you have access to cable television, you may want to invest in some channels devoted to small entertainment. Or, you may want to look into online video services. There are always new and interesting things to enjoy.
There are, of course, many more ways to find small pleasures. The key is to remember that while small pleasures don't last forever, they are worth holding on to. They provide a bridge between the humbling experiences of daily life and the more exciting and invigorating discoveries of our modern times. They help us recognize the goodness and value of the simple pleasure of staying present in the moment.
So, go ahead and indulge. Find some small pleasures in your life. They'll make your day lighter and more fun. They'll fill your weekends with joy and keep your life full of happiness and excitement. Don't let life pass you by without your experiencing the joy of small pleasures today!
It's never too late to start enjoying the simple pleasure of being alive. Even if you are too old to have the audacity to visit zoos or shopping malls, you can still indulge a little. You can read a book or sit quietly in your chair and watch a movie. You can even dance away your days away at a dance club! Anything you can do to de-stress before you have to face another hectic day will be worth your while. It is never too early to start putting good, wholesome pleasure into your life.
Of course, there are some things that are not small pleasures. Some things simply are not small pleasures. If you have ever had the experience of watching somebody else perform an act of kindness, for example, you will know what I am talking about. While that particular pleasure is indeed small, the act itself is probably very large. And that is why it is important not to get wrapped up in the idea of pleasure itself.
In order to live a full and happy life, you need to learn to appreciate both small and large pleasures. Find the balance between them. And while it is easy to get caught up in the idea of pleasure, sometimes it is best to leave the joys of the here and now to someone else. Enjoying the small things in life is part of our natural, biological make up. It is something we all share, so don't feel guilty if you have no desire to spend a third or fourth of your day looking at dead celebrities or counting the number of ex-girlfriends you currently have.
