Published on 12, July, 2020
For me it's various things, some of which are (in no particular order):
Quietude in myself, quiet in my surroundings
Being alone or being with people I care about (preferably one at a time)
Being with animals and insects, especially studying how they spend their days
Being at home, in my bedroom, reading a novel
Being in nature away from the noise made by people
Watching a bird flying high in the sky, especially a raptor
Looking at the moon
Being creative
When the first nasturtium flower of the season comes out. It's the deepest brightest orange and just sings to my heart.
The wildflowers "weeds" on the roadsides and paths.
The night sky but I mean PROPER NIGHT sky away from light pollution.
Pegging the washing out on a nice day.
Eating my breakfast and enjoying all meals.
The smell of hawthorn.
Seeing seedlings poke up through the soil.
My homemade compost brings joy to my heart.
The colours of nature, in particular I enjoyed all the shades of green on my most recent walk.
Listening to music....like I used to before there were any distractions.
Spending time with family and friends....spending time alone.
Edit: thunderstorms and the sublime
I have said to two friends I am content with my life and they didnt seem to get it. Look for and appreciate the small things. Contentedness means we are not constantly striving for happiness but appreciating what we already have. It's interesting how no one has said buying stuff or watching the news or using social media makes them happy or content.