The Joy of Anticipation

Having something exciting on your calendar can make all the difference.
The Joy of Anticipation
Booking events in advance give us something to anticipate. voronaman/Shutterstock
Barbara Danza
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Life’s an adventure; it’s full of ups and downs, joys and sorrows. Sometimes, it’s teeming with delight and wonder, and other times, it can seem busy, stressful, overwhelming, sad, challenging, or even monotonous. One simple way to sprinkle some sweetness through it all is to always have something to look forward to.

If you’ve been hesitating to book that trip, plan that party, buy those tickets, or schedule that get-together, do it now. It can motivate you through tough times, fuel you through hard work, and cheer you up when you’re down. The sooner it’s on your calendar, the sooner you can begin reaping the benefits of having something to look forward to.

Joy of Anticipation

Anticipation is joyful in and of itself. Imagine that you’re planning a big family vacation to a place where your whole crew has always dreamed of going. When you book it well in advance, you give yourself and your family the opportunity to revel in the joyful anticipation of the trip, effectively extending the benefits of the experience.
Barbara Danza
Barbara Danza
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Barbara Danza is a contributing editor covering family and lifestyle topics. Her articles focus on homeschooling, family travel, entrepreneurship, and personal development. She contributes children’s book reviews to the weekly booklist and is the editor of “Just For Kids,” the newspaper’s print-only page for children. Her website is Barbara-Danza.com
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