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Too many depressing things on the main page, so post about what makes you warm and fuzzy inside!

Too many depressing things on the main page, so post about what makes you warm and fuzzy inside!

Please avoid posting news stories that have a silver lining as while a happy/amazing thing happened, it came out of a sad/depressing situation.

Additionally, if you would like to share news with us, please be descriptive about it. Self posts are allowed on the basis that it is a truly happy event and put effort into writing it. Short or vague self posts will be removed as this dilutes the feed.

General Rules:

  • No vague posts - Short (fewer than 40 characters) posts or titles will be removed.
  • No meme posts - Low effort content such as posting memes (even with a positive message) will be removed.
  • No silver lining stories - Stories that are rooted in a negative situation with a minor positive outcome are not allowed. Stories about conquering your fears/challenges on the other hand are allowed.
  • Be kind and supportive - Shaming, mocking, and otherwise negative commentary is not allowed and such content will be removed. You can give feedback and be supportive at the same time.
  • Shameless self-promotion is not allowed - If you want to share a site or channel you created message the mods first.
  • Share a story! - Post about what makes you warm and fuzzy inside, we encourage everyone to share a story about their happiness.

Related Subreddits:

  • Working on something and can't quite finish it? Take a look at /r/GetMotivated!

  • Got a life goal you want to share with the world? Come post to /r/LifeGoals and make it a reality.

  • Share a story that made you feel great! Come share at /r/GoodFeelings

  • Did a loved-one make you happy? Tell us about it on /r/greenflags

  • Want to enjoy some positive memes? Head on over to r/wholesomememes

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Just Launched Affirmation Cards on Goalspaces to Spread a Little Extra Joy! 😊🌟

Hey, everyone! I’m so excited to share that we just finished developing a feature for affirmation cards on Goalspaces, designed to bring a little boost of positivity when you need it most.

Here’s an affirmation card I made just for you all—I hope it brings a smile to your day.
https://www.goalspaces.com/affirmation-card/7ec6511b-1a73-40d4-acfa-fe48a4ea6d1e.

Feel free to check out Goalspaces.com and create your own to brighten someone else’s day, too. Sending good vibes your way! ✨

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2024/11/10
00:04 UTC

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I designed and programmed a roblox videogame with a singleplayer mode against an AI.

The game is called glorious battle.

I took inspiration from one of those very old flash games online where you'd summon troops and they'd take turns hitting each other.

So i designed 15 troops that can counter each other and have some basic level of communication between each other.

Then i designed an AI that records your troops and calculates what troops to counter your troops.

https://www.roblox.com/games/7826316991/Glorious-Battle

1 Comment
2024/11/09
23:32 UTC

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Dinner to watch the new season of Arcane!

Im so excited!!!

4 Comments
2024/11/09
21:54 UTC

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Got a new car and finally have a real license plate put on it!

Got myself a new car back in early September, my old 99 CRV was barely hanging on anymore..wouldnt start sometimes, transmission troubles, windows wouldnt roll up, heater and a/c cut out..So I hopped into a 2021 VW Jetta R-Line :-D and it may have taken forever but i FINALLY got my license plates for it! Theres a backlog at the DMV here in Washington for whatever reason, and it took a full 2 months but YAY! I dont know what i like more- the backup camera, the heated seats, the push button start, the sun roof, or the fact that i can roll my windows up and down haha yes, me is happy :)

3 Comments
2024/11/09
21:46 UTC

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Anything good happen to you today? I need something positive to think about. Just a little sunshine, please… gonna keep typing here bc I need 40 characters to post🤭🙄

Edit: I did not expect to get so many replies, thank all of you for taking the time to share with me. Every single comment made my heart smile so big 🫶🫂

151 Comments
2024/11/09
19:31 UTC

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Cartoons in the morning makes my day better

Just realized starting me day with cartoons completely changes my mood for the rest of my day. Specifically cartoons i used to watch with my daughter vs cartoons i watched as a kid.

I cried myself to sleep last night. Woke up with a dora the explorer ad, started watching dora, spongebob, fairly odd parents ... now it's time to get moving. I feel so good!

7 Comments
2024/11/09
16:20 UTC

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Happiness Rolle Hay Landscape Vibes ,painted by me

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2024/11/09
13:55 UTC

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My kid was taken away from me by social services but I was told that I have a chance of getting her back in weeks.

I’ve made a post several days ago that my kid was taken away from me by social workers.

For the past few days, I couldn’t fucking eat nor sleep. Went to a public attorney the day after to seek some help. Luckily, I was able to get a free attorney. Was told that it’s for the best to make sure that I stay composed and present that all the utilities that were cut off has been paid.

Met my kid last Tuesday too and the couple that were taking care of her seems genuinely nice. My kid doesnt look scared so I think thats a good sign that she’s being treated well.

Worked so hard for the past few days that I didnt really sleep. Reached out to several friends for help. Was able to pay my water bill but Im still short with the heating bill.

Im glad that my landlord was very understanding about the situation and agreed for a payment plan and she will provide a written letter that I can present to the court.

If I can take care of the last fucking bill and I intend to grind my ass off this weekend to do, i could have my kid back in weeks. Otherwise it could take months. But I dont really want to he pessimistic and just wanna stay positive for the sake of my kid.

8 Comments
2024/11/09
01:41 UTC

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Me and my partner went on a lovely date for the first time in awhile

11 Comments
2024/11/09
01:24 UTC

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I thought this drawing of my OC Cassidy fit perfectly in this subreddit :)

1 Comment
2024/11/08
12:38 UTC

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''Orange Memories'' is a small oil painting that I made inspired by one afternoon where I was driving and looked to the side and the sky was completely magical, with beautiful and soft purple clouds passing by, it was something beautiful and it was In my memory, I hope you like it and God bless you!

5 Comments
2024/11/08
12:04 UTC

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My “gym badges” I have now after being 2 and a half years sober!

51 Comments
2024/11/07
16:44 UTC

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I'm leaving on a trip tomorrow to Vancouver! ANDDD I just got paid a fat bonus of $16k. I'm 21yoM

I'm so happy for tomorrow. I'm leaving to Vancouver for a solo trip. I also just got paid a fat check so I am going to spoil myself for early Thanksgiving and Christmas. I rented a luxury loft for me in the middle of Vancouver, I am excited! I also rented a cheap car to go see mountains. I'm so happy, and can't wait to clock out of work today to go home and pack.

If you are from Vancouver or have been there, please feel free to give me restaurant suggestions. I am into seafood, Asian and Italian flavors.

Can someone suggest a good Asian grocery store and a good shopping center?

Also, how is whistler? Is it good for a day trip or should I stay there 1 night?

Thanks everyone! I have also solo traveled previously before to many places, such as the s/e Asian countries so I know what I'm doing.

69 Comments
2024/11/07
13:22 UTC

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Is happiness a choice? What are the different beliefs about the ability to choose happiness?

Yes, no doubt, happiness is a choice. Different people may have different recipes for happiness, but we have to choose to be happy. We have to understand what happiness is.  Happiness is not something that we must achieve. Happiness is a state of being. Therefore, we should not say, ‘I want to be happy.’ We must say, ‘I choose to be happy.’ Because if you resolve to be happy, you can be happy. Happiness is not in what you have. It depends on how you feel. And you can feel happy when you learn the art of acceptance and surrender, when you live with enthusiasm and learn to smile all the while, when you are able to still the mind and find peace, which is the foundation of happpiness. Therefore, you must choose to be positive. You must choose to be in consciousness. Happiness is a choice.

27 Comments
2024/11/07
08:12 UTC

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The girl and the dragon, watercolor painting

11 Comments
2024/11/06
18:00 UTC

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I’ve become that person i used to imitate when i was a child

As we grow up, we often imitate identities we aspire to. Unknowingly, I became the person I once dreamed of. I always wanted to be that care free girl who goes on solo trips and rides bike. Eventually i got very comfortable being alone and now i enjoy my company the most. In my family, most girls marry in their early twenties, and I thought I would too. But, over the time, things got better and I’m living my life the way I always wanted to.

There's so much more to come, and I believe that if we trust ourselves and work toward our dreams, we can make them happen.

4 Comments
2024/11/06
07:59 UTC

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I finally asked out the woman of my dreams and she actually said yes.

I met this lovely woman on a video game actually surprisingly. I was the enemy and I let her live. She added me and we’ve been friends ever since. She introduced me to all of her friends and I get along with them all so well. The other night her friends were teasing me as to when I was going to ask her out. I didn’t realise they knew I had a huge crush on her. I then got to talk to her and asked her out for a whole day/date. I said I wanted to make her happy and give her an awesome day to remember and hopefully make more happy memories to come, and she said yes. I tried to hide my excitement but as soon as I stopped talking to them that night I was giggling like a little school girl. I’m taking her out next weekend and I have a whole day planned. Even if things don’t go further, I still got to do the unthinkable. I was 15 at the time we met, now I’m 20. Beyyer late than never.

25 Comments
2024/11/06
07:53 UTC

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I’m getting my first apartment and I’m so excited!

I am so excited. It looks likely that I am going to get my own apartment! I saw the place last Friday and filled out an application on the spot. It’s a great location and a nice place. Only downside is that I wanted a two bedroom and this is a one bedroom. But overall I’m so excited to finally have a place of my own! I’ve been dreaming of this for a while now and to make it a reality is amazing. While waiting for the approval to come through, I’ve been looking on Amazon for furniture and stuff and it’s so fun to pick everything out! Hope I feel this way after paying rent and utilities the first month!

Any suggestions for things to get for my new place?

17 Comments
2024/11/06
00:52 UTC

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First console in a decade. I feel like a kid

27 Comments
2024/11/05
22:49 UTC

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This is the first time I've ever been satisfied/felt content with life.

I'm 32 and I hit about rock bottom when I ended up living on the streets when I was 27. I'd say up until that point nothing had ever gone my way in life. Something changed though one day while I was out there, it was almost like the world itself actually got brighter. But whatever that change was, since then my life has gotten better and better every day albeit even if just a little bit. It was just kinda like a lightbulb went off and I suddenly had an epiphany and figured out how this whole living life thing works. And it's been great! I'm not in the best position in my life and I still have a lot of improvement to make, but I am light years ahead of where I was in my life before I had this life changing moment at 27. But I can say with confidence and certainty that this is truly the first time I've ever been happy in my life.

13 Comments
2024/11/05
16:49 UTC

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My son took my dog for a night ride. The smile!

7 Comments
2024/11/05
01:05 UTC

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For the first time in 8 years, I did not have to pay rent on the first week of a month.

Been out of college and working for over 8 years now. Lived on rent till now in hostels, independent houses and apartments. I bought a small apartment in a gated society last year and it got completed recently. Finally moved in at the end of last month. I realised today that this is the first month in over 8 years when I did not have to pay rent! That made me jubilant beyond belief.

Here's to many more months/years rent free(unless I have to move due to job).

3 Comments
2024/11/04
15:37 UTC

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According to you... What makes life more meaningful ?

18 Comments
2024/11/04
14:39 UTC

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This picture I took of this little piggie fills me with joy

When I was visiting home this weekend I was practicing some photography and I got this image of this lil fella and omfg look at the lil eyes looking up at me 😭. I love this image so much it's now my work computer wallpaper

25 Comments
2024/11/04
08:47 UTC

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I’m graduating from university next week! 👩‍🎓🎉

I’m graduating next week with my foundation degree in science with health and social care, and in the near future I want to do an adult nursing degree!

I’m so proud of myself as the few years I was in university wasn’t easy, especially with my mums health but I did it! I can’t wait for next week 🩷

18 Comments
2024/11/03
23:52 UTC

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20 plus years of marriage and he looks at me like this. Love is great.

61 Comments
2024/11/03
19:47 UTC

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It’s only taken me 29 years… but I’m now 3 months clear of the last time I bit my nails :)

I don’t have any photos of my nails from before because they’re ugly. I’m also still trying to get to grips with trimming them correctly.

99 Comments
2024/11/03
11:50 UTC

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