"Some readers said they spent time with their pets: "The dog and then the cat get their morning pets and rubs, from nose to tail," Denise L. wrote. "I inquire how they slept, about the day's plans, and if breakfast was to their liking." Others said they turned to tried-and-true morning rituals: "Is it a cliché to point to morning coffee as an immediate, life-affirming delight?," Meg Z. S. asked. "Each day contains exactly one first sip and no more. You need to make it through a whole day to earn another-and then it starts all over again.""
"Spend time with Elaine's and our readers' recommendations below. I hope you find some delight in your Saturday, however you're spending it. On Moments of Joy How to Make Life Feel a Little Nicer By Elaine Godfrey Readers give their tips for seeking out small moments of joy. Read the article. An Easy Summer Project Worth Doing By Elaine Godfrey Finding small moments of joy can make every day feel-at least a little-like vacation. Read the article. The Quiet Profundity of Everyday Awe By Dacher Keltner That feeling-of being in the presence of something vast-is good for us. And, counterintuitively, it can often be found in completely unremarkable circumstances. ( From 2023) Read the article."
"Still Curious? Other Diversions PS Courtesy of Maureen T. I recently asked readers to share a photo of something that sparks their sense of awe in the world. "You can find wonder even when you are merging on"
A curated set of stories and reader responses highlights practical ways to invite small delights into daily life. People describe greeting pets with touch and curiosity, treating the first sip of morning coffee as a sacred ritual, and undertaking modest summer projects that make ordinary days feel more leisurely. Readers recommend photographing scenes that inspire awe to maintain attention to wonder in commonplace settings. Examples show that consistent, bite-sized practices and attention to sensory moments cultivate pleasure and make ordinary routines feel kinder and more meaningful.
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