“Life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness” is a well-known phrase in the United States Declaration of Independence. The phrase gives three examples of the unalienable rights which the Declaration says have been endowed to all humans by their Creator. Happiness includes enjoying life’s greatest pleasures. After all, pleasure is an essential component of a happy and fulfilling life. How many of the pleasures below are you enjoying?
- Having children (and grandchildren)
- Being in good health and great physical shape
- Good food
- Laughing until your belly hurts
- Quality time with family
- Great sex
- Service to others
- Being spontaneous
- Reading a good book
- Traveling
- Watching a good movie
- Morning coffee
- Time to yourself
- Dancing
- Dark chocolate
- A relaxing massage
- Spending time outdoors
- A good night’s sleep
- Sleeping in
- Being productive
- Sometimes doing nothing
- Listening to good music
- Stimulating conversation with friends
- Indulging in your hobby
- Living in the moment
- Watching sunrises and sunsets
- Petting your dog
- Making someone smile
- A country drive
- Hot shower or bath
- The performing arts
- Discovering or learning something new
