30 Simple Pleasures That Quietly Make Life Worth Living
In a world that’s constantly chasing the next big thing, it’s refreshing to be reminded of the joy found in life’s simplest moments. That’s exactly what happened when someone on Reddit posed the question: “What’s a simple pleasure that brings you joy, no matter how many times you experience it?” The thread quickly filled with hundreds of replies, each one a reminder that happiness often lies in the little things. Here are some of the most touching, relatable, and heartwarming responses.
The Reddit thread is a beautiful reminder that joy isn’t always about big milestones or expensive experiences. Often, it’s the smallest, most fleeting moments—a smile, a smell, a sound—that create the deepest sense of contentment. So next time you sip your coffee or hear the rain, take a moment to appreciate the magic in the mundane.
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#1
When I feel my dog rest his chin on my leg.
Image source: MiggyEvans, Bethany Ferr
#2
Seeing my husband come thru the front door. Literally, my heart bursts with joy, every single time…No matter how many years, miles, times….He makes my soul and heart just SING.
Image source: Blindmelonmom, Samuel Yongbo Kwon
#6
We have a lot of bunnies in our yard. I love watching them hop around and do bunny stuff.
Image source: 72scott72, Pixabay
#7
Complementing someone when it isn’t expected and seeing their face change. The change is almost ineffable but if you’ve seen it, you know what I’m talking about. It’s equal parts joy, stress relief, and gratitude. I normally refer to it as a glow.
One better, but not as simple: complementing someone to their loved one. Telling a parent what a good job they did or a spouse how amazing their significant other is. That’s a real joy.
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#8
Knowing I can sleep in the following day.
Image source: AkuraPiety, Greg Pappas
#9
My dog giving me kisses.
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#10
A d**n beautiful sunset (or sunrise).
Image source: ToughRazzmatazz1702, Pixabay
#11
Petting a dog.
Image source: Smiley_Dub, PNW Production
#12
Helping someone in need.
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#13
Being welcomed home by my dogs after a long day.
Image source: L0stOnaCloud, Yaroslav Shuraev
#14
Morning coffee.
Image source: ryanino, Jas Min
#15
Taking off my bra after work.
Image source: SnooMuffins6689, Castorly Stock
#16
When a song I haven’t heard in a while comes on and I can sing right along in my car to my heart’s content.
Image source: Micojageo, voodoovood
#17
The Beach :).
Image source: LetsGoPanthers29, Sean Oulashin
#18
The ocean. Hearing the waves, feeling the water on my toes, the colour the feel the vastness of the ocean.
Image source: Desperate-Exit692, Sebastian Voortman
#19
The entire idea of Saturday.
Image source: Zealousideal-Cod-211, Andrea Piacquadio
#20
For me, it’s the feeling of fresh sheets right out of the dryer. It’s such a small thing, but it’s always so comforting and cozy, no matter how many times it happens.
Image source: No-Understanding7904, Carmen Jost
#21
Having the house just to myself.
Image source: railwayed, Ivan Samkov
#22
Green lights the whole way there!
Image source: YoureSoStupidRose, Joshi Milestoner
#23
Taking a dump. Especially when you feel bloated or your stomach’s acting up and a dump just fixes it…
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#24
The feeling when all the laundry is finished and put away. I feel like an adult 🤣🤣🤣.
Image source: Bumble_Bee117, Andrea Piacquadio
#25
Listen to music that I like.
Image source: AttitudeSe0w, Tirachard Kumtanom
#26
Exchanging the air in my house. I love opening windows and getting stuffy air out, and due to my northern state location, that’s not possible for half the year unless you want to make your furnace kick on.
Image source: powderpuffsodaspread, Thirdman
#27
Northern Lights. I can go out on my deck, look up and watch them dance
Edit: Some pics I’ve taken thoughout the years. Northwestern Ontario, 2 hours from Minnesota border. Second last is the most recent, sometime end of March/early April. Coolest part imo is when they’re right above you and form a dome as they hit the atmosphere.
Image source: Only_Pop_6793, Only_Pop_6793
#28
A big pizza just for me.
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#29
12+ hrs of uninterrupted sleep.
Image source: Pbskddls, Acharaporn Kamornboonyarush
#30
Taking my shoes off.
Image source: Chemical_Wrangler124, PNW Production
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