I think this coincides with getting feedback on my university work and feeling really pleased with what was said, and actually shocked/amazed that such nice things were said - it was something I genuinely didn't think was possible
Sometimes all a person needs is a shock to the system to remind them that they are capable of more than they think which can reset a happiness that may not have been present for a while. It's not the healthiest thing to require confirmation of yourself, and I wouldn't say that it something that I crave. But, I am an unassuming person, and it helps to receive a boost from time to time.
So here's hoping that this is a fresh start in mentality and all things good. This has reminded me that I saw a youtuber create a jar of memories that they accumulate over the year of notes to yourself of the things you have done throughout that year, and so at the end of the year you can open the jar and reflect on all the lovely memories. I want to give this a go, because it's a potentially defining year in my life; I will be graduating, and moving into the next phase of adulthood ahhhhhhh! I have no idea where I will be this time next year and this jar will help me remember the steps.
Little steps to keep up the happiness levels (especially when writing your dissertation); think of the little things that make you happy - make a list and learn this about yourself, look at old photos of you and your best friends around the time you first met, do something "selfish" everyday (even if that is just eating a chocolate bar, or watching a tv show). And remember if all else fails, THERE IS NO ANGRY WAY TO SAY BUBBLES...
Enjoy,
Beebie Joe
