“Living Rent Free in My mind…” A fun little TikTok Trend/Theory where people say what occupies their mind… not the serious stuff but the FUN STUFF. The little things in life that give them pleasure to think about…
Studies show that “Positive thinking has been linked to a number of health benefits, including lower blood pressure, a healthier weight, and a reduced risk of heart disease. People with a positive outlook may also be more likely to live longer.”
Apparently it has something to do with serotonin which can make you feel calmer and more focused which was enough to make me want to give that little theory a try!
So, today I wanted to share a few of the little pleasures in life that make me happy… like pretty high heels and the Porsche logo… designer shopping (without a thought to any of the price tags!), espresso martinis and macarons in shades of black and brown… a furry bag with the letter “V” on it and glamorous lighting… faux croc or croc anything! Champagne candles… and champagne toasts! and fur blankets that are as soft as rabbits and piles of pillows in my bed… champagne flatware and velvet ottomans…
And of course the greatest luxuries in life… like snuggle time on the sofa, hearing my kids sing karaoke on a $15 microphone found at Homegoods which spurred a 30 minute family sing along before bedtime… seeing “home” under everyone’s name on Life 360 at the end of the day… The way Louis looks like a little cashew nut when he comes running to see us in the morning because his front can’t keep up with his back…
Getting e-mails, comments, and notes from you guys from all around the world. Finding out that I’m not the only one who loves decorating and black and cookies and cuddling… Watching videos of when we first moved into our house 8 years ago and had little more than camping chairs and being reminded of how wonderful the journey has been and how blessed I feel to have so many friends on the journey with me…
Wow. I think TikTok might be on to something! I highly encourage you to take time, even if it’s just a few minutes right before you go to bed, and count your blessings and your passions, your pleasures and your people… if you are anything like me, it will make you feel like the richest person in the entire world! xxV
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