World 🌎 Happiness ☺️ Day is March 20, 2024. Notice emojis…they matter to your teen. This may sound brash, and if it makes us laugh with our teen, that’s a good thing.
🙈In the midst of this messed-up world, finding happiness might sound like a lofty goal, especially when everything seems to be falling apart. I get it – skepticism runs deep. But let's talk real – because in the chaos, there's a chance to grab onto something that's genuinely yours.
It's not about rose-tinted glasses or pretending the world's rainbows and 🦋butterflies. It's about carving out your own sanity in this madhouse. Yeah, the world's messed up, but you don't have to let it mess with your head.
Start with what you've got. Gratitude 🙏 isn't about faking a smile when the world's on fire. It's about recognizing the little wins – a decent cup of hot cocoa with marshmallows, a call from a friend, or just surviving another day. Hold onto those, because they're your lifelines when everything else feels like it's going down the drain.
Next, people matter. No, seriously. When the world's a dumpster ☄️fire, having someone who gets it can make all the difference. It's not about fixing each other's problems – just knowing someone's got your back can ease the load. Reach out, build connections, because navigating this alone is way harder.
And yeah, I get it – mindfulness sounds like some zen master stuff. But it's just about being present. In a world that's constantly screaming at you, taking a moment to breathe 😮💨can be a game-changer. It won't solve everything, but it'll keep you sane.
So, why care about finding happiness? Because in a world that's constantly testing your limits, having your own stash of joy, no matter how small, is the ultimate rebellion. It's not about denying the mess; it's about finding your peace ✌️ in the chaos. That, my friend, is worth paying attention to.
As Jesus conveyed in John 16:33, “I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.”