Life is full of big moments āgraduations, promotions, weddings, and celebrations. But as I get older, Iāve come to realize that real joy often lives in the smallest moments, the ones that we sometimes overlook. Itās the way the light filters through the trees in the morning, the first sip of coffee that warms your soul, or a quiet walk in nature that clears your mind. In a world that celebrates big achievements, thereās something precious about finding happiness in the little things.
A few months ago, I found myself in a bit of a rut. Life was busy, work coming with early morning and late nights, stressful, and I was constantly feeling like I was running on empty on a constant, found myself asking myself very many questions . One Saturday morning on my day off, exhausted and mentally drained, I decided to go for a walk. I had no destination in mind; I just wanted to get outside and clear my head.
As I wandered, I noticed a small pond Iād never really been to with geesļæ¼ swimming away, water so placid and calming. There was a young gentleman sitting by the water bank and watching the water flow. All that could run through my head was what is he going through? was he in the same boat as I was? in a winding loop like I am ? Made me think of how much we needed to take time off to just think recuperate and move on. And in the moment my mind changed like a little switch of anxiety had been turned off and I wasnāt thinking about my to-do list or what I āshouldā be doing; I was simply enjoying the moment. And for the first time in a while, I felt genuinely at peace because everything just felt all so quiet.
That morning taught me an important lesson: joy isnāt something you have to chase. Often, itās right there, hidden in plain sight, waiting for you to slow down and notice it.
In todayās fast-paced world, weāre constantly bombarded with images of āidealā lives and grand achievements. Itās easy to believe that happiness lies somewhere down the road, in the next big promotion, the next relationship, or the next vacation, or even a big pay check But by focusing only on whatās next, we overlook the beauty of whatās here and now.
This mindset leads us to miss the small, magical moments that can make a bad day bearable or turn an ordinary day into a good one. The simple thingsāa smile from a stranger, the warmth of the sun on your face, a favorite song coming on the radio or even from a playlist that you curated āthese are often the moments that bring genuine happiness, and I can tell you I do not know how much I have missed out on by focusing will I make it and yet I could be enjoying the moment that I am served with .
Learning to appreciate the small things in life doesnāt require a complete lifestyle overhaul. Itās about making small shifts in your mindset and daily habits. Here are a few ways Iāve learned to bring more awareness and appreciation into my life:
We should find little things that make us see the joy in simplicity like creating small routines that we can follow for example journaling, reading a book , praying, these things can help us structure our days, express gratitude,unplug and look around Weāre so often glued to our screens that we miss whatās happening right in front of us. Try putting your phone away when youāre in public spaces or spending time with loved ones, and be fully present.
Find peace in simplicity, Life will always have its ups and downs, and there will always be moments that test us. But by grounding ourselves in the simple joys of everyday life, we can cultivate a sense of peace and contentment that doesnāt depend on external achievements or grand events.
Next time youāre feeling overwhelmed or stressed, try looking around. Find something smallāsomething quiet, something real. Maybe itās the sound of rain on the roof, or the warmth of a favorite blanket trust you me I know this feeling .These small moments are lifeās way of reminding us that joy is always within reach, right here, in the present.
If thereās one thing Iāve learned, itās that ālifeās big moments are rare, but the little moments are everywhereāHappiness isnāt just in the peaks of life; itās in the everyday moments that we sometimes forget to savor. Today, take a moment to appreciate something small. Life is beautiful in its simplicity, and sometimes, all we need to do is slow down and see it.



I think talent is something supposed to be cherished and treasured. Talent makes us who we are, itās that other side that makes us whole itās more like it makes us who we are. 


