About the Author “Thelma” is a 2023 dark comedy horror film directed by Josh Margolin in his feature directorial debut. The movie stars June Squibb as the title character, a 93-year-old woman who goes on an unexpected adventure after falling victim to a phone scammer who steals $10,000 from her. The quote comes directly from… Mehr lesen "We all have our good days and our bad days
About the Author Simone Biles, born March 14, 1997, is widely regarded as the greatest gymnast of all time. Biles is known for her extraordinary athletic abilities, performing skills so difficult they’ve been named after her, including the “Biles” vault and the “Biles II” floor exercise element. The quote comes from interviews Biles gave during… Mehr lesen "If you’re having fun
About the author Donald Miller is an American author best known for his memoirs and Christian spirituality books. He has written New York Times bestsellers like Blue Like Jazz, A Million Miles in a Thousand Years, and Building a StoryBrand. Miller’s writing is honest, insightful, and often humorous as he explores faith, relationships, and finding… Mehr lesen "Manchmal musst du zusehen, wie jemand etwas liebt
Bumblebees are excellent workers, tirelessly maintaining their nests while pollinating plants and flowers. A significant study from Queen Mary University of London discovered that these social insects do more than work all day. They also take time to play. Researchers observed bumblebees engaging in joyful chase games, tumbling through the air in lighthearted loops. This… Mehr lesen "Notes of memories and buzzing bees
Guilty pleasures What is it called when you got a secret love for a song or tv-show or movie, but it’s embarrassing to tell others about it? That’s typically called a “guilty pleasure” – something you enjoy but feel somewhat embarrassed or self-conscious about liking, often because it might be considered uncool, childish, or outside… Mehr lesen "Guilty pleasures
In the summer of 1998, while the world watched the Clinton scandal unfold and Google took its first steps in a garage, a group of college graduates sat in the Texas heat listening to Kurt Vonnegut. Most of what he said that day has been forgotten, but one story about his Uncle Alex and a… Mehr lesen "If this isn’t nice, what is?
As a kid, I dreamed of all the spectacular things that would make me happy when I grew up. But the older I get, the more sharply I see it: The good life isn’t found on glossy bucket lists or distant horizons. It’s hidden in plain sight, scattered like pennies throughout the moments of our… Mehr lesen "50 moments of joy that money can’t buy
Du denkst vielleicht, dass Erste-Klasse-Flüge und Fünf-Sterne-Hotels die exquisitesten Vergnügungen sind, aber der wahre Luxus im Leben sind langsame Sonntagmorgen in einem Zuhause, das mit Liebe gefüllt ist. Eine besondere Art von Magie geschieht am Sonntagmorgen, wenn sich der Tag vor mir ausbreitet, leer von Plänen und voller Möglichkeiten. Es ist eine Zeit... Mehr lesen "Langsame Sonntagvormittage
Adults are nothing but tall children who have forgotten how to play. Tom Robbins When was the last time you did something just for the pure, unbridled fun of it? If you can’t remember, you’re not alone. As we grow up, we’re taught that joy is something to be earned, a reward for a job… Mehr lesen "Get your wag back
Simple practices can increase your drive to pursue positive experiences and enjoy life more fully We all want to feel happier. But when we’re struggling with low mood, stress, fatigue or loneliness, it’s easy to withdraw from the very activities and connections that could lift our spirits. We skip fun plans with friends. We put… Mehr lesen "Boost your happiness by strengthening your reward sensitivity
