I Like What I Like!

How I’m leaning into my interests this summer — and 3 ways you can too

Lately, I’ve been noticing how far I’ve gotten from the things I actually enjoy. With social media, influencers, and nonstop trends, it gets hard to tell what you like and what you’ve just been influenced into liking. I’ve had moments where I’ve asked myself, Do I even like this? Or have I just gotten used to it because everyone else does?

For example — the all-white living room look. You know the one: white couch, white carpet, everything spotless. The other day I thought… this really doesn’t make sense for my life. I’ve got two kids under five, and my aging mom lives with us. Someone’s always spilling something. It’s not practical. It’s not peaceful. And honestly, it’s not even me.

This summer, I’m doing things differently. I’ve been leaning into the outdoors — not just hiking, but simple stuff too. Like sitting outside with my coffee. Laying down a blanket in my patchy yard and looking at the sky. No, my lawn isn’t lush. But you know what? Grass is grass. And being outside still feels good. That’s what I like. And I’m letting that be enough.

Just because something looks nice online doesn’t mean it fits your real life. Lately, I’ve been asking: Who is this for? And does it make me happy?

Here’s how I’m doing it — and how you can too:

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