Want reasons to be cheerful that aren’t amenities you take for granted? Okay: There’s hot cups of coffee. Overhearing something embarrassing and funny on the subway. There’s books. Yoga. Going for a run the first day it’s warm enough. Hanging up on sales calls. Finding a frivolous hat that looks awesome on you. Small dogs being walked. Tea when it gets to just the right temperature. Checking out someone who’s checking you out. Living in a city that proudly lumps together every damn creed, race, religion, and sexuality imaginable.
The real kicker? Despite this glorious diversity you’re still surrounded by 8,000,000 people who feel more or less exactly the same; feeling like they’re alone, or not understood, or frustrated and wish things were easier. It’s okay. You’re a goddamn gorgeous mess, but at least you’re in it together.
And for those times when shit is serious; and you’re at your wit’s end… there’s always Cookie Monster™ playing the xylophone.
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