Do you know the difference between “exciting happiness” and “lasting, gentle happiness”?

“I want to be happy.”

That should be the same for everyone, but before you know it,
aren't you chasing “exhausting happiness”?

There are actually different types of happiness we feel.

One is
happiness felt through adrenaline and dopamine.

・When you achieve something
・When you get likes on social media
・When you get something you wanted

That feeling where your mood lifts in an instant.


But this doesn't last long.

In fact, it's easy to think “I want more,”
and before you know it, you're seeking the next thing.

It is a slightly addictive kind of happiness.



The other is
happiness felt through oxytocin and serotonin.

・When you give your child a big hug
・When you can talk to someone with peace of mind
・When you bathe in the morning light and take a deep breath

It's not flashy, but it's a gently fulfilling sensation.


This one doesn't require addiction, and it truly calms your heart
.I feel this especially when raising children.


“I have to do it right,”

“I have to try harder,”
we tend to chase the dopamine side of happiness.

But what we really wanted was


time spent laughing with our children, or
the casual sound of being called “Mom,”
that kind of

“quiet happiness.”In our busy daily lives, ✔




Laughed with someone today ✔
Had a moment with my child ✔
Felt a little relieved I think that is enough.Happiness might not be something you feel intensely,

but rather



“a state where you can truly feel.”

It's okay to have days where you work hard.But I want to stop for a moment and pick up some of that gentle happiness, too.


To those who are trying too hard.

I hope you can change your perspective a little and find happiness.