HAPPY PLAYLIST
You know what I am starting to realize about Ms. Negative (N)ellie? I don’t think she enjoys happiness! I think she might just really love the feelings of stress and wallowing, and wants to make those states her new home! Why can’t I just relish in the fact that I have finally discovered what I want to do with my life (if you haven’t been updated on that topic, click here), and even have a plan to get it going? How long did I beg and plead with the Lord to give me those answers, and look they are finally here! One would think that would put Ms. Negativity in a constant state of joy. Nope. Instead, I like to drum up my own stress, and create problems that aren’t really there. Want an example? I have worked my self up into a real frenzy, because I am worried that I am not doing enough to speed up the process to school. Helllllloooooo brainless, Cosmetology School costs money! Literally the only steps you can take on the path right now are saving money and learning all you can from your amazing bosses (Seriously, how did I get so lucky! The experiences they are giving me are going to pay off so much when I finally get to school).
Now, we are all about growth here on Negative (N)ellie, even if it is just growth in tiny baby steps. So, instead of looking at this next year or so of saving money as another waiting room, I am attempting to enjoy it for what it is. A year to learn more from my bosses. A year more to spend with my family, friends, and the dogs. A year more to love on all of my Young Women. A year more to watch my three “little sisters” grow up. A year more to not have to completely dive into adulthood. There are so many fun, simple joys I have in my life right now, and I need to enjoy them while they are here.
So, after chastising myself for not enjoying the now, I began to brainstorm some ways to help me more fully enjoy where I am at. What are some of the simple joys in life that can instantly turn my mood around? Running, laughing with my mom, anything chocolate. A surprising idea that came to my mind was music. I wouldn’t really consider myself a musical person, like at all, but there are certain songs that I just can’t help but laugh, smile, and dance too. (trust me, music’s ability to turn my mood around shows how powerful it really is). So, what better way to remind me to enjoy the now, than to put together a happy playlist! This way, when I get in one of my many negative funks, I can crank the tunes, and quickly change from a Negative (N)ellie to a slightly less Negative (N)ellie 😉. So, without further ado:
(N)ELLIE’S HAPPY PLAYSLIST
“Happy” – Pharrell Williams
“Opportunities (Let’s Make Lots of Money)” – Pet Shop Boys
“Take On Me” – A-ha
“Pressure Off” – Duran Duran feat. Janelle Monae and Nile Rodgers
“This Kiss” – Faith Hill
“Stand Up” – Melee
“December, 1963 (Oh, What a Night)” – The Four Seasons
“Karma Chameleon”- Culture Club
“Come On Eileen” – Dexy Midnight Runners and Kevin Rowland
“Dancing Queen” – ABBA
“Take a Chance On Me” – ABBA
“Eight Days a Week” – The Beatles
“Here Comes The Sun” – The Beatles
“Faith” – George Michael
“Fun, Fun, Fun” – The Beach Boys
“Wouldn’t It Be Nice” – The Beach Boys
“Jessie’s Girl” – Rick Springfield
“You Spin Me Round (Like a Record)” – Dead or Alive
“Chelsea” – The Summer Set
“Born to Fly” – Sara Evans
“Tenderness” – General Public
“Who Put The Bomp (In the Bomp, Bomp, Bomp)?” – Barry Mann
“Little Bitty Pretty One” – Frankie Lymon & The Teenagers
“I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles)” – The Proclaimers
“Don’t Worry Be Happy” – Bobby McFerrrin
“Friday I’m in Love” – The Cure
“Bye-Bye” – Jo Dee Messina
“I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)” – Whitney Houston
“Kiss Me” – Sixpence None the Richer
“Just the Girl” – The Click Five
“Everybody Wants to Rule the World” –Tears For Fears
“Shut Up and Dance” – WALK THE MOON
“Your Love” – The Outfield
“Under Pressure” – Queen
“Africa” –Weezer
Now, I am going to remind all of you once again, this is a judgement free zone. Don’t be judging me on my taste in music. (although, when I listen to this playlist, I probably won’t care what you think anyway 😉) These are the songs that make me happy! I’m hopeful that over the next year, as I put this playlist on repeat, I will be able to remember to enjoy the simple things in life. (probably not, but I am willing to give it a try!) Making this playlist was one of the most fun times I have ever had writing a blog. If you are in a negative rut like me, I highly recommend making a Happy Playlist. There is no way it won’t turn your mood around!