85 Funny, Simple Pleasures That Will Always Make You Smile

What are simple pleasures?

Simple pleasures are everyday indulgences, kind gestures, experiences, and daily habits we participate in that subconsciously attribute to our happiness, but often take for granted as well.

The best things in life are free. As a child, you may have heard this saying before and thought nothing of it until adulthood. Through life experiences we learn that the simplest things can put a smile on our faces.

A pinch of sun creeping through the window at the crack of dawn. The smell of fresh flowers. A long, embrace from a loved one.

It’s the still, small moments, sensations, and our interactions with others that mean the most.

Monetary gifts may be costly but they don’t hold much value in our lives. Some people long for a ‘quiet’ night in and relaxation after a hectic day of work. Spending quality time or sharing laughter with a friend or significant other is priceless for most. Heck, even going for a walk or getting some fresh air can make your day brighter.

Certain feelings that bring us an insurmountable amount of joy just can’t be bought.

What’s something simple in life that you really enjoy?

What things bring you pleasure on a daily basis? Simple pleasures occur as soon as we wake up in the morning and can take place at times we least expect them.

One of the simple pleasures I enjoy after I arrive home is kicking off my shoes and curling my bare toes into my favorite shaggy rug.

My evening routine involves simple pleasures that always uplift my mood. Mini facials, an exfoliating body scrub in the shower, and a hot cup of tea I can drink while reading a good book.

As individuals, we all define happiness differently, but there are plenty of life’s simple pleasures we all have in common.

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85 funny yet simple pleasures in life

1. Sharing an inside joke with a colleague or friend
2. The smell of fresh rain
3. Getting the last corner of milk left in the carton
4. Winning a scratch off
5. Finding a hidden note from your loved one in your lunch
6. Recalling an old memory filled with laughter
7. Getting the window seat on the plane
8. Riding in a drop top car on a hot summer day
9. Laying on fresh, clean linen
10. A free t-shirt
11. Watching the sunset
12. A scoop of ice cream
13. Popping bubble wrap
14. Sipping on a hot beverage in the wintertime
15. Savoring a bite of your favorite dessert
16. Late night talks on the phone with a significant other
17. Dancing when no one is around
18. A fresh new car smell
19. A good sneeze
20. Cuddling up with a good book
21. Playing hooky from work
22. Greeted by your pet when you make it home
23. Freshly, baked homemade cookies
24. Pulling into a lane where you’re the first car in line
25. Reciting lines from your favorite movie
26. Having a stranger pick up the tab
27. Nice views
28. Fridays + Weekends
29. Putting on pajamas and socks right out of the dryer
30. Sleeping in
31. A soak in a hot tub or jacuzzi
32. Hearing an old song play on the radio that you used to love
33. Digging your feet into warm sand
34. A high-five at the perfect moment
35. A bright, sunny morning
36. When you beat the red light
37. Hearing a baby’s laughter
38. A fresh sheet of snow on the ground
39. The smell of gasoline
40. Getting undressed
41. Hitting the snooze button
42. Chocolate
43. Watching the sunset
44. Taking the last slice of pizza
45. Fuzzy, cozy socks
46. Movie theatre popcorn
47. Foot massages
48. Listening to a thunderstorm when you’re inside
49. A bite into your first meal of the day
50. Midday naps
51. Christmas lights
52. Walks in the park
53. Good customer service
54. The sound of the cork after popping champagne
55. Bacon for breakfast
56. Hot showers
57. A gut wrenching laugh that makes you cry
58. A glass of wine
59. Journaling
60. Shedding a few pounds
61. Walking into a clean house
62. Checking everything off your to-do list
63. Finishing a project
64. Warm summer breezes
65. Watching waves brush against the shore
66. Traveling to a new city
67. A stack of hot pancakes and maple syrup
68. Quitting a job you hate
69. Leftover takeout from your favorite restaurant
70. Listening to nature
71. Volunteering or making a donation
72. Date nights
73. Aromatherapy from a scented candle
74. Free Wi-fi
75. Hugs
76. Unexpected deliveries on your doorstep
77. Endless summer nights
78. Putting a smile on someone else’s face
79. Cooking a tasty dish
80. Emptying your email inbox
81. Mini facials at home
82. Raindrops on your window pane
83. Gifting presents
84. Direct deposits
85. A feeling of nostalgia from 1980s music and movies

Simple pleasures aren’t hard to come by.

They are often found in the daily routines and habits that uplift our mood. The interactions we have with our families, co-workers, and friends that brighten up our day.

The jokes we share with strangers in passing or generous compliments we receive in public are things that put a smile on our faces at no cost.

Simply waking up in the morning and returning home safely is a reason to be grateful.

Life’s simple pleasures and the abundance of joy they bring shouldn’t be ignored. We need to give credit where it’s due.

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Meg - Planner Me Up

I teach entrepreneurs how to simplify their life and business with less + own their time and maximize productivity towards their personal and monetary goals.