Caregiving is chaotic.

Luckily, we have the strength as a group to help each other stay in the eye of the storm and not be caught in it. Our mental resources, pooled together, are more than enough to give us all a bit of relief. We asked “What are some little things you do that bring you pleasure in the midst of chaos?”

You guys came back with some amazing responses. Below are the little pleasures you shared with us.

Find pleasure in the midst of chaos by:

1. Writing
2. Listening to music
3. Praying
4. Hugging an animal
5. Getting hugs and kisses from grandchildren
6. Gardening
7. Walking
8. Riding a bike
9. Painting your nails
10. Making some home improvements
11. Laughing
12. Walking your dog
13. Crocheting
14. Playing mindless computer games
15. Humming
16. Hanging out with your children
17. Exercising
18. Getting a haircut
19. Eating cupcakes
20. Going for an early morning run
21. Practicing jiu jitsu
22. Having a glass of wine
23. Experiencing the garden
24. Breathing (deeply)
25. Drinking tea
26. Munching on dark chocolate (or any kind of chocolate!)
27. Lighting candles
28. Sipping caramel lattes
29. Dipping fingers into paraffin wax
30. Talking on the phone to friends
31. Making yourself smile
32. Going to NASCAR races
33. Taking hot showers
34. Sleeping
35. Relaxing in bubble baths
36. Reading
37. Singing
38. Turning up the music loud (and singing along!)
39. Getting goofy
40. Chatting with best friends
41. Getting hugs and kisses (in general)

Amazing, right? Just imagining all of those lists items brings some relief!