FILL MORE, DIP LESS: THE SECRET TO DAILY HAPPINESS

Heaven got a feisty new angel this week.

My sweet grandmother (Noni) passed away Tuesday afternoon, and by some miracle, I wasn’t my usual 4,000 miles away. I was right there…in the room…with my mom, dad, sister, aunts, uncles, and Paw Paw, her sweetheart of over 60 years. What a crazy blessing and unforgettable privilege.

To be honest, I thought about not writing a post this week. But as I was spending time with family and reflecting on silver linings, this idea came to me. It’s more lifey than businessy, but hey. I am too. (Most days.)

Keep reading to find out an unusual but simple secret to daily happiness.

Hint: It has to do with buckets.

In this video, you’ll find:

A simple framework for daily happiness (via a Reading Rainbow-style book review)
The ultimate “priceless” birthday gift idea for the one who has everrrrything
One of the most liberating characteristics of any meaningful relationship
Quotes from Bambi AND Steel Magnolias…American classics
A do-this-TODAY challenge you won’t be able to resist

Click below to watch:

*I’ve gotta correct myself. Clarice actually said, “If you don’t have anything nice to say about anybody, come sit next to me.” Such a good movie.

Want your own copy of Have You Filled a Bucket Today?

(It was my Reading Rainbow review, wasn’t it?)

Click here to check it out on Amazon. I created a special affiliate link! Any proceeds will go to buying our own copy that doesn’t have to stay at Nana + Pop’s house ;)

THIS WEEK’S TWEET SHOP

Click one, click ’em all!

PASS THIS VIDEO (TO THE NEAREST BUCKET)

If you like this video, please SHARE it. It’s an easy way to get your “homework” done quickly!

THEN, in the comments below, tell me:

What’s your favorite bucket-filling story?
What will you do (or have you done) to fill someone’s bucket today?

Bonus round, in honor of my Non :)

What’s one of your favorite memories with your grandma?

This conversation’s going to be lovely. I can already feel it.

Can’t wait to hear about the fillin’ you’re up to!

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Hi 👋 I'm Nikki (Elledge Brown).

Writer, podcaster, and creative advisor for brilliant women who love their work, their people, and their alone time.

As a professional overthinker who believes strongly in INTEGRITY > BALANCE, it's my nerdy pleasure to create and share tools, questions, and frameworks that make it easier to feel good about how we’re showing up — on paper and in practice.

Around here, living like a whole human is the way.

That's what we call On Her Terms® living.