The Little Moments That Matter

As the week winds down, take a moment to reflect—not on what you’ve accomplished, but on what you’ve savoured.

Bill Bryson once wrote about the British love of small pleasures: a warm cup of tea, the satisfying crunch of a biscuit, the quiet joy of settling into a cosy corner on a drizzly afternoon. These aren’t grand, life-changing events, but they bring a deep, quiet contentment. They remind us that happiness isn’t always about chasing the next big milestone—it’s often found in the simple comforts of everyday life.

This practice is called savouring in positive psychology—the intentional act of noticing and fully appreciating little moments of joy. Research shows that by pausing to acknowledge these fleeting pleasures, we deepen our sense of well-being and gratitude.

So before you tackle next week’s to-do list, what were your little moments that mattered? A spontaneous laugh with a friend? The smell of fresh coffee? The sun warming your face after days of grey skies?

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